Leadership Essay  - What if We Don't Come to Work?

Assignment

Jason Fried gives a provocative TED Talk on the obstacles to productivity created by managers. You can watch the video through the following link:

Why work doesn't happen at work. Based on the video, write a 3-5 page essay (not including reference page and cover page) on Theory X and Theory Y. Address the following questions in your essay:

• What assumptions does Fried make about workers? Does he appear to be a Theory X or Theory Y manager?

• Do you agree with Fried's analysis of workplace distractions? Is it primarily an "M & M" problem?

• Would Fried's recommendations work in most settings? Why or why not?

• What alternative recommendations would you make to deal with work place distractions?

Evaluation

Your paper will be evaluated on the following:

• Content

• Grammar

• Structure and mechanics

• Relevance to the topic(s)

Each essay will be submitted to the Turnitin Dropbox link in Canvas

Format

Your paper is to be written in an APA-Style format. This includes the following:

• 12 point font

• Times New Roman font

• Double-spaced

• 1 inch margins

• cover page

• reference page

• in-text citations

For more detailed instructions and information on how to write an APA-style paper. There is an extensive databank on how to incorporate in-text citations, and properly format your references.