The board of directors of Yudel Corp. is looking for a new managing director for the company. They find a candidate, Linda, who is hardworking, passionate, and confident. These are the characteristics that all the past leaders of Yudel Corp. had in common. Therefore, the board concludes that hiring Linda as the new managing director will contribute positively to the company’s success.?

The board of directors relies on the assumption that:

1. ?Linda has worked in companies similar to Yudel Corp. in the past.

2. ?Linda will not have any other job offer to consider when Yudel Corp. offers her the position of managing director.

3. ?the leaders of other companies have characteristics in common with the leaders of Yudel Corp.

4. ?Linda’s goals, as a leader, are compatible with the culture and vision of Yudel Corp.