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Argamassa Construction Materials (B): Ep...

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Argamassa Construction Materials (B): Epilogue

Hernandez, Morela; Yemen, Gerry; Santiago, Eduardo; Almandoz, John

OB-1077 | Published August 12, 2015 | 4 pages Case

Collection: Darden School of Business

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In the B case, Santiago recounts his approach to the difficult conversation with his boss. He shares what he believed was the problem at the firm and presents a plan to turn things around. The material also includes reflections on things Santiago learned about himself and about leading others.

? Practice developing an action plan around managing difficult conversations and leading up ? Introduce elements of effective leadership while examining a leadership style in a non-American cultural context ? Encourage students to observe their own leadership philosophy, clarify it, and consider what works and what doesn't.