Mariko Koides initial enthusiasm and positive feeling in the new office where she was promoted to soon gave way to despair. The different feeling of the office was complaints between colleagues because one thought of another as a jerk, the numerous complaints resulting from resentment against overtime, and the mocking of voluntary extended working hours. Mariko recalled the late hours spent on idea creation which was always a positive and upbeat experience in her earlier office. Marikos increasing frustration had her planning a strategy to return there.

1.If you knew Mariko as a friend, what would you advise her to do at this point?

2.Is Mariko helpless in her new position? If you dont think so, suggest some courses of action she could take.

3.Evaluate Marikos situation in terms of norms and status.

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Advice for Mariko 1 As a friend heres what I would advise Mariko Talk to a trusted colleague Encourage Mariko to find an ally in the new office someon... View the full answer