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Questions and Answers
What is Wayne's role at EZ Tech?
What is Wayne's role at EZ Tech?
- CEO
- VP of Marketing (correct)
- Head of Manufacturing
- Business Analyst
How did Ken's communication style differ from Wayne's?
How did Ken's communication style differ from Wayne's?
- Ken spoke faster and was more dominant.
- Ken was more straightforward and confident.
- Ken spoke slowly and listened more. (correct)
- Ken was more aggressive in discussions.
What was the purpose of the phone call that Dan was going to make?
What was the purpose of the phone call that Dan was going to make?
- To discuss a new marketing strategy.
- To plan a company retreat.
- To address a crisis facing the company. (correct)
- To congratulate the sales team.
Which statement best describes Dan's previous profession?
Which statement best describes Dan's previous profession?
What was the emotional state of Wayne and Ken as they entered Jim's office?
What was the emotional state of Wayne and Ken as they entered Jim's office?
What is hinted about Hope's observational skills?
What is hinted about Hope's observational skills?
What emotion is Dan likely feeling during his phone call?
What emotion is Dan likely feeling during his phone call?
What characteristic did Hope attribute to Wayne's behavior in meetings?
What characteristic did Hope attribute to Wayne's behavior in meetings?
What immediate action does Dan propose in response to the battery issue?
What immediate action does Dan propose in response to the battery issue?
What is Wayne's suggestion for addressing the media?
What is Wayne's suggestion for addressing the media?
How does Dan view his role in the organization's current challenges?
How does Dan view his role in the organization's current challenges?
What is Jim's immediate concern regarding the bloggers?
What is Jim's immediate concern regarding the bloggers?
What is one of the primary challenges Dan identifies for the company?
What is one of the primary challenges Dan identifies for the company?
What feeling does Hope experience during the discussion?
What feeling does Hope experience during the discussion?
What lesson does Dan take away from his coaching experience?
What lesson does Dan take away from his coaching experience?
Flashcards
Company's Response to Criticism
Company's Response to Criticism
Addressing criticism and regaining trust from customers and the market.
Product Recall
Product Recall
The act of recalling and replacing faulty products, like batteries, to fix a product defect and restore customer confidence.
Three-Point Plan
Three-Point Plan
A structured plan with multiple steps to deal with issues, especially those causing public concern.
Identifying and Addressing Bloggers
Identifying and Addressing Bloggers
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Taking Responsibility
Taking Responsibility
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Refinding Purpose
Refinding Purpose
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Applying Success Principles
Applying Success Principles
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Wayne's Traits
Wayne's Traits
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Ken's personality
Ken's personality
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Hope's observant role
Hope's observant role
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Dan's leadership style
Dan's leadership style
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EZ Tech's current situation
EZ Tech's current situation
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Dan's concern for the company image
Dan's concern for the company image
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Dan's Calm Leadership
Dan's Calm Leadership
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Dan: Coach to CEO
Dan: Coach to CEO
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Study Notes
Meeting Discussion Summary
- Participants: Wayne (VP Marketing), Ken (Head of Manufacturing), Jim, Dan (CEO), and others (possibly including Robert, but not mentioned as fully present). Hope is an observer.
- Initial Tension: Wayne and Ken, despite their different personalities, were nervous; their company faced a significant crisis (implied by their sweat and apprehension) and their involvement was crucial. Hope observed their anxieties and reactions.
- Initial Actions: Dan, the CEO, called the meeting following national television criticism; he publicly acknowledged a crisis of credibility. The team needs to fix the battery problem quickly to mitigate effects.
- Critical Issues:
- Battery problem: Demand for a recall of all batteries; immediate action and replacement needed.
- Media Relations: A three-point plan to counter negative media coverage, to be presented by Monday. The team also needs to address leaked negative information, potentially from bloggers.
- Addressing the crisis: Dan blamed himself for the team's issues, not the employees, and emphasized the importance of using the same principles he used for his basketball teams.
- Team Responses:
- Jim: Agreed with Dan's identification of the battery problem as the priority.
- Ken: Unconvincingly suggested a recall.
- Wayne: Proposed a detailed three-point plan to counteract negative media coverage.
- General Team: Expressed support for Dan's leadership and approach, and they're ready to tackle the crisis.
- Media Strategy:
- Immediate Recall Announcement.
- Three-point plan to address issues to the media by Monday.
- A deeper strategy/plan for the board of directors, likely due to board concern
- Internal Issues: Dan suggested finding the bloggers and talking to them but emphasized that there's a larger issue; that they (the leadership) had lost sight of their principles, demanding a fundamental rethink in a more strategic manner.
- Hope's role: The meeting highlighted her role is potentially crucial in getting answers (and actions) regarding the negativity in the media. However, Dan expressed that Hope’s role in this specific matter is also critical as well (as exemplified by Jim's demand for her to find the source of the bloggers).
CEO's Leadership Style
- Focused: Dan demonstrated a calm and focused leadership approach. Dan's career in basketball and basketball coaching shaped his calm style.
- Problem-oriented: He understood and acknowledged mistakes and the root of the problem (the issues were acknowledged to stem from a fundamental lack of leadership).
- Team-focused: Dan emphasized working together to overcome the challenges, acknowledging the team's contribution.
- Principle-driven: Dan drew parallels with basketball coaching experiences, emphasizing the importance of sticking to tried-and-true principles.
- Action-oriented: Dan moved immediately to address the battery problem and initiated a strategy to deal with media challenges.
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