Christian author Jen Hatmaker’s affirmation of the LGBT lifestyle is dangerous, according to former lesbian and book author Rosaria Butterfield.…
One topic that I found to be very interesting was in regards to compensation. Dean McTiernan discussed the issue of wage inequality, stating that statistically women make 77 cents for every dollar a man makes. Chapter 9 mentions federal laws related to human resources management, in which one law specifically relates to this issue. In 1963, the Equal Pay Act was enacted that required men and women to be paid the same for equal work, so this law must not be that effective if women are making 77 cents per dollar a man makes. Another topic in regards to compensation is about salary negotiations. Erin McCarthy, an alumna of RWU, discussed the importance of salary negotiations, as employers will typically offer a potential employee a lower salary. Women are typically less vocal and less confrontational, so potential women employees may fear to negotiate their salary with their employer. This topic relates to chapter 9 because there is an entire section on compensation.…
This semester, the readings were a bit challenging, but overall I enjoyed the readings. It has always been very difficult for me to understand Donna Haraway, but by discussing her in class and giving examples, I was able to have a better understanding of her topics. Throughout her work Modest_Witness@Second_Millennium. FemaleMan©_Meets_OncoMouse: Feminism and Technoscience, Haraway explains that cyborgs are constructed as the postmodern icon in today’s society, because of science. Haraway explains that, “Biology was interesting not because it transcended historical practice in some positivist epistemological liftoff from Earth but because natural science was part of the lively action on the ground” (Haraway 1997, 104). Biology not only determines…
5) seems to be a true statement for the current work environments in today’s society. It is commonplace to hear or read about a new lawsuit filed because of workplace discrimination, either perceived or realistic. The ease and ability to sue over misunderstandings, hurt feelings, and true discrimination have made some people start looking for situations to sue over. Companies have started approaching this from the stance of protecting themselves primarily with employee/employer contracts, documented training, and documented coaching so that a historical trail is available to prove their side. Compassion seems to have been replaced with a Human Resources team that overlooks the true ‘human’ side of their job. Rare are the stories of employees who have been with their employer for 20 or 30 plus years or the employee who needs help and got more than a form to fill out to be considered for the help they need. Taking the time to be compassionate has become rewarded with a lawsuit. Human Resources has learned how to protect the company with documentation and coaching instead of taking the time out of the situation to get to the root of the problem and help. It seems that litigation has replaced common sense and compassion, which can make the workplace a difficult place to…
This week the class force of three topics and how they applied within an organization. Employment at will, Independent Contractor or employee, and disparate treatment and disparate Impact. Each one of these topics helps make an organization run smoothly.…
gender. This plays into the idea that there is a big gender divide based on stereotyping within the workplace between men and women. An example of this would mean taking sick leave and it being ok however when women take maternity leave there is a stigma behind it. Catalyst did a peace of research on who makes more money within the workplace after analysing their research they found out that ‘’ men still make more money than women and men (particularly white men) are over-represented in top leadership positions’’ (Catalyst, 2004)…
Describe how workforce diversity has affected supervisors ? Employees don’t set aside their cultural values and lifestyle preferences when they come to work. Supervisors must remake organizations to accommodate these different lifestyles, family needs, and work styles. They must be flexible enough in their supervisory style to seek the involvement of all employees and be aware of the fact that all employees are differently motivated in terms of what they want and need from work. Diversity of the employee pool requires a broad range of new policies and practices. Work schedules will need to be more flexible to accommodate single parents, working parents, and couples maintaining commuter relationships living in different locations. Companies will need to explore the possibilities of providing child care and elder care so that the employees may be better able to give full attention to their work. Benefits program may need to be redesigned and individualized to reflect more varied needs. Career –planning programs may need to be reassessed to deal with employees who are less willing to relocate for broadened job experience and promotions. Employees will need training to learn to understand to appreciate people who are different from themselves. Supervisors will need to rethink their motivation techniques to respond to a widening range of employee needs. Employees are recognizing that work is squeezing out their personal lives and they are not happy about it.…
Essay Title: Suggest ways in which managers can choose to manage diversity in the workplace. Illustrate with examples from organisational practice.…
Nearly every working individual has been faced with a career dilemma. Some issues today’s working industry may face include downsizing of staff, pollution, allocation of scarce resources, employee rights, and discrimination against women and minorities. These types of ethical dilemmas are complex and difficult to resolve. Today's workforce is composed of people who are more diverse than ever in culture, religion, education, and socioeconomic status. These people enter the workforce with differing backgrounds, values, goals, and perceptions. These differences can cause conflict…
Thesis: Today’s management faces many difficult challenges in human relations in the workplace. From the lackluster economy and corporate greed to increasing diversity and highly educated working families, managing effectively is becoming a rapidly changing and multi-faceted undertaking. This presentation will explore these challenges and possible future challenges.…
Back to when I first start this course, there are so many new things I have learned. Compared to those surrounding me every day, this knowledge appears to be very helpful in explaining others’ behaviors. Of this useful knowledge that I have recently received, Managerial Roles, Discriminations happen due to the diversity in the workforce, Job Attitudes – with organizational factors are the three main concerns of mine.…
Your purposes are to tell your reader what the concept of workforce diversity is, why it is important for today’s managers to develop strategies to manage it (diversity is increasing, management of it can lead to competitive advantage etc) and how organisation culture can form part of strategies to manage it. Remember you will need to write your purposes in sentences that show a logical flow your essay will follow.…
The concept of Fairness/Equity has always been raising eye borrow with questions like; A fair day’s wages for a fair day’s work? But wat is a fair day’s work? It is important for managers to recognize that while people are not equal, every empolyee is entitled to…
Topic 4 : Why is managing diversity acquiring such a central role in human resource management ? Is this a temporary or a long term phenomenon ? Research, explain and illustrate your arguments with examples.…
A. What is the importance for managers of ethics, cultural diversity and the changing workplace?…