Solved: In Good Company

1. The film sequence shows three people interacting in a work environment. Which aspects of
organizational behavior discussed in this chapter appear in this sequence?
2. The three people in this sequence represent different hierarchical levels in the company.
Which hierarchical levels do you attribute to Carter Duryea, Dan Foreman, and Mark Steckle?
Do they behave as leaders or managers as described in this chapter?
3. This chapter emphasized key competencies as central to behavioral effectiveness of
individuals, teams, and entire organizations. Which of those competencies do you see in this
film sequence? Give behavioral examples from the sequence for each competency you choose.

MINI CASE

A corporate takeover brings star advertising executive Dan Foreman (Dennis Quaid) a
new boss who is half his age. Carter Duryea (Topher Grace), Dan’s new boss, wants to
prove his worth as the new marketing chief at Sports America, Waterman Publishing’s
flagship magazine. Carter applies his unique approaches while dating Dan’s daughter,
Alex (Scarlett Johansson). Organizational Behavior and Management: Sports America
Magazine
This sequence starts with Carter Duryea entering Dan Foreman’s office. It follows
Foreman’s reaction toward the end of a speech given by Globecom CEO Teddy K.
(Malcolm McDowell). Carter enters while saying, “Oh, my God, Dan. Oh, my God.”
Marketing Manager Mark Steckle (Clark Gregg) soon follows. The sequence ends with
Carter asking, “Any ideas?” Dan Foreman says, “One.”

ANSWER
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