Discussion

Assignment 1: Discussion

After finishing this module’s readings, you should have a much better understanding of how gender and cultural issues play out in organizations. In this module’s discussion question, you will provide analysis on the Homan and Greer article below. Based on the article, you will discuss how diversity impacts organizational teams and how leaders can best manage diverse teams.

Homan, A. C., & Greer, L. L. (2013). Considering diversity: The positive effects of considerate leadership in diverse teams. Group Processes & Intergroup Relations, 16(1), 105-125. 

http://journals.sagepub.com.libproxy.edmc.edu/doi/abs/10.1177/1368430212437798

            Based on the article above, complete the following:

• Describe the purpose of the article—what were the authors attempting to address?
• What do the authors mean when they say the positive effects of considerate leadership in diverse teams?
• What did the researchers find from their study, and what conclusions did they make from their findings?
• What are your take aways from this study? Is there anything you learned that you can apply to your organization?

Support your writing with academic, peer-reviewed literature. You can find peer-reviewed literature on the Readings and Assignments page of the course and through the Argosy University Library.

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