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Purpose of this paper
Aims to consider the two scenarios facing a new manager appointee – the organization chart which outlines assignment of authority in the workplace and the involvement in a work group in which teamwork is advocated.
Design/methodology/approach
Advises new managers that though they were appointed to their positions, their recognition as leaders has to be earned by their performance.
Findings
Observes that if employees choose not to follow – which is voluntary – the manager will find it very hard to be effective.
Originality/value
Emphasises what tends to be overlooked.
© Emerald Group Publishing Limited
2005
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