1. Review Exhibit and circle the organizational characteristics you find appealing. Cross out those factors you think you would not like. Do you find a trend toward either the mechanistic or organic organization?
2. Have you been in school or work situations in which your values did not align with those of your peers or colleagues? How did you handle the situation? Are there certain values or norms important enough for you to consider as you look for a new job?
3. As you consider your career after graduation, which control-and-rewards system discussed in the concluding section of the chapter would you find most motivating? Is this different from the controls used at some jobs you have had in the past?