Sergeant Wentworth is concerned with the effectiveness of Squad Z. Wentworth is determined to improve their performance because of the poor performance of some of the officers. He had a problem with officer Frede Lockwood. She was difficult to communicate with after being assignment to Squad Z. Wentworth tried several times to discuss the problems about her productivity. She just made accusations that the supervisor did not know how to supervise. Wentworth arranged for a meeting with the Squad. He did not state what the meeting was about. As the meeting started he asked what was the reason for the poor performances and lack of productivity among the officers. The first to speak was Frede Lockwood and she stated that the equipment they have available is not of good quality and always need repairs. Officer William was next and he stated that some of the members of the Z Squad do not clean up after themselves. There were many problems within the group and officer Mary Mcbride appointed out that the leader does not do his job and the reason for these problems. The meeting did not go as planned and it ended in a complete disaster.
Issue
The issue in this case is the lack of communication within the whole Squad. The officers seem to not have respect for one another. Especially when officer William stated, “How would she know anything about radar …show more content…
Especially because the squad does not think Wentworth is a good supervisor. Sergeant Wentworth need to hear the concerns of the subordinates, in order for their performance to do better. He can have weekly meetings with the squad to make sure everyone is doing their job and that they are happy. Weekly meeting can help build trust within the squad with the other members and allow for Sergeant Wentworth to hear their request. Being more involved with the squad can help build healthily relationships between the supervisor and the