Exam 3 Flashcards
Why is diversity an important issue in the US workplace?
to make a product better for all lifestyles and make it more diverse
What demographic group is currently the highest paid in the US?
asian males
In general, do women or men get higher paid?
men
In general do whites or minority groups get higher paid?
whites
In general do union members or non union members get paid more?
union members
What is proportional representation in leadership?
percentage of women leaders/union members. Is the representation equal compared to amount in union members.
Are women and minorities proportionally represented in leadership in most organizations?
no
Of the leadership theories we learned in part 2 of this class, which helps explain this? How?
leader member exchange (favorites, not favorites)
In which of these types of organizations are there more women leaders at the top? gov, bus, edu
in order: edu, gov, bus
How effective have laws been in prohibiting discrimination by race, gender, and other factors?
somewhat effective and is getting better
What was the Rooney Rule in the NFL? Could this rule be applied to other disadvantaged groups as well?
nfl teams had to interview at least one minority to be a new coach
What is an ally? List an action
pro- educating yourself about other groups
What did you learn from the documentary, At the River I Stand?
mlk led a violent march that started non vilent
What is a strike?
when employees stop working
What is a lockout?
when employers don’t let the workers work
Did the video about the brewery in Canada involve a strike or lockout? What was the union’s strategy?
lockout, not to call for a boycott, but drink em dry
Are strikes and lockouts more or less common in the US now than they were in the 1950s, 60s, and 70s?
less common
What is employment at will? Who does it apply to?
job that can be quit or fired for any legal reason, applies to non union workers
What is just cause? Who does it apply to?
Can only be fired for a good reason, union workers
Do you have free speech on the job?
Yes as long as the employer likes what you’re saying
What is the General Duty Clause of the Occupational Safety and Health Act?
employer has to provide a workplace free of…
Are workplace injuries and deaths on the job high or lower now than before OSHA?
significantly lower
Approximately how many workers ide on the job each year in the US?
5000-6000
Who is legally responsible for workplace health and safety?
the employer
