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Running head : CLARITYBASE CASE

ClarityBase Case : When to implement new policies

October 20 , 2008

Table of Contents

i Abstract .3

1 Introduction .3

2 . Discussion of Jessica 's dilemma .4

3 . Basic organizational behavior (OB ) issues in the case .5

4 . Strategic importance of problems in the case .6

a . Jessica 's problems with employees as supervisor .6

b . Reactions to Megan 's current work schedule .7

c . Keeping the peace .7

5 . A sense of

6 . Megan , Jana , and Davis - a

different set of rules for each individual .8

a . Megan .8

b Jana .9

c Davis .9

d . Determining if discrimination exists .10

7 . Solutions to the problems presented in the case .10

a . Blanket no-explanation policy .10

b . Time off to achieve personal goals .11

c . An even more effective work-life policy for everyone .11

8 . Logical alternatives and solutions .11

a . Flexible hours .12

b . Employee referral bonuses .13

c . Entrepreneurship .13

d . Job sharing .14

9 Recommendations .15

a . Implement a Work-life program .15

b . Be attentive to Maslow 's hierarchy of needs model .16

10 Conclusion .16

11 References .18

ClarityBase Case : When to implement new policies

i . Abstract

The purpose of this research is to conduct a case analysis on ClarityBase . Currently , Jessica , the supervisor of the accounts managers Megan , Jana , and Davis faces the dilemma of rearranging the work schedules of Jana and Davis to accommodate their personal lives . Jessica needs to address organizational behavior (OB ) issues , including psychology , leadership...