In what situations would theory x manager be more effective

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Q1) Douglas McGregor believed there were two types of managers: Theory X managers, who assume that workers dislike work, lack ambition, and require constant supervision; and Theory Y managers, who assume that employees enjoy work, are self-directed and seek responsibility.

In what situations would Theory X manager be more effective?

In what situations would a Theory Y manager be more effective?

What experiences have you had in the workplace or in school that support your assertions?

Q2) SAS, a leader in business analytics software and services with more than 13,000 employees worldwide, has been consistently ranked among Fortune 100's Best Companies to Work. Go to the SAS website on the Careers link at the bottom of the page, and read about what it means to work at the company. Based upon that research, discuss which management approach you believe is used at SAS.

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