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Assignment: 1. Do you think Basecamp's approaches to work design and human resource management (specifically, any of their nine novel practices) could be used by other firms, or do you think they are unique to Basecamp? Explain your answer.

2. Of the nine novel work design and human resource management practices employed by Basecamp, identify two practices that resonated with you the most and that you believe would be most important to use in a new venture. Explain why they resonated with you/why you believe they are important to use in a new venture.

3. In the case, the observation was made that in many companies, long-hours, excessive busyness, and a lack of sleep have become badges of honor.

• Do you agree with Basecamp that these are counterproductive? Why?

• If you launched a start-up, how would you avoid allowing a culture to develop that champions long hours, excessive busyness, and a lack of sleep?