Communication is of utmost importance in diverse teams. How a manager approaches a situation can determine the future direction of teamwork and ultimately the level of success achieved. When communicating with diverse teams, whether verbally, via e-mail, or in writing, managers need to consider the potential reactions as well as the intention of the message.
Review the scenario you read in M2: Assignment 1 and the discussion of possible HR actions. Based on the review, develop a 3-4 page memo to the project teams addressing the following:
- Remind both managers and employees of the benefits of a culturally diverse workgroup.
- Make recommendations on how to avoid scheduling issues due to the religious observance.
- Explain how you arrived at your decision using relevant academic references.
- Justify your suggestions by using empirical evidence and reference to any applicable laws.
Apply APA standards to citation of sources. Use the following file naming convention: LastnameFirstInitial_M2_A2.doc.
| Assignment 2 Grading Criteria |
Maximum Points
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| Identified important benefits of diverse workgroups and persuasively presented them to the specified target audience. |
40
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| Proposed practical suggestions on scheduling. |
50
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| Wrote in a clear, concise, and organized manner; demonstrated ethical scholarship in accurate representation and attribution of sources; displayed accurate spelling, grammar, and punctuation. |
10
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