Case: Changing the Portfolio Read the case, Changing the Portfolio" in the Skill Analysis section of Chapter 8. Use the following questions to spur your analysis of the case.

Figure 8.2 -

Dimension Explanation

Self-efficacy A sense of personal competence

Self-determination A sense of personal choice

Personal consequence A sense of having impact

Meaning A sense of value in activity

Trust A sense of security

- If you answered the question, "Should I involve others?" affirmatively, which alternative in figure 8.2 should be used in making your decision?

-Justify your choice. What are the most important considerations in deciding whom to involve in this task? If others are to become involved, how much empowerment should they have? What would you do specifically to achieve the appropriate level of empowerment?

-How can you use Figure 8.2 A Model for Deciding When to Engage an Individual or a Team in your own work? Give an example.