1. Has anyone of your teammembers ever suffered groupthink? Share the scenario How hasyour team overcome?

2. Have you ever worked in a virtual team? If so, what are the challenges and advantages of working virtually?

3. What are some of the benefits of organizational controls?

13-14. Why do you think having women with greater power on a board changes firm performance?

13-15. Do you think using a quota system to promote gender diversity is a good idea? Why or why not?

13-16. Why do you think some countries have more gender-diverse boards than others?

13-17. What are some other consequences of using flattery at work? Why do these consequences occur?

13-18. The study described in this case also found that executives resented directing flattery toward female and minority CEOs more than white males. Why do you think this finding is true?

13-19. Are there impression management techniques that are more effective than flattery?

11-10. What benefits and challenges will Kohl's have in introducing its Outfit Bar?

11-11. If a Kohl's Outfit Bar was available at a location near you, would your friends use it? Why or why not? Based on your response, what advice would you give Kohl's management in advance of their rolling out the Outfit Bar nationwide?

11-12. Research Nordstrom and its direct competitors online. How do Nordstrom's corporate social responsibility goals compare to those of other upscale department stores?

11-13. Upscale retailers that sell luxury and fashion goods have been criticized for promoting materialism and increasing waste. In your opinion, does Nordstrom's public commitment to corporate social responsibility satisfactorily address these concerns? Why or why not?