During a diversity management session, a manager suggests that stereotypes are a

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During a diversity management session, a manager suggests that stereotypes are a necessary part of working with others. “I have an assumption about what is in the other person’s head, and stereotypes help me do that,” she explains. “It’s better to rely on stereotypes than to enter a working relationship with someone from another culture without any idea of what they believe in!” Briefly explain why and how the manager's perspective can cause problems in the workplace.( For my organizational behavior class, any help would be greatly apreicated. The more feedback the better. Thank you.)

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Below can be the issues caused by manager stereotyping:

1) Presumptions about any person which might not be true.

2) Conflicts due to misunderstandings.

3) Biased behavior due to stereotyping.

4) Unfair decisions taken by the manager.

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