P&P 2
Power Dynamics & The Move
I think that it would be in Michael Feldstein and his family’s best interest to go to
China. Moving to China is going to be hard for his family to adjust, but it is going to take
some time. Michael’s children have a great opportunity also. They get the chance to learn
a new language, a new culture, and a chance to meet a lot of new people. The China
position is a great way for Michael to move up in the company. Taking the position in
China will give Michael great experience, which may lead to better jobs in the future.
Michael definitely has the qualifications to do Lucien Beaumonts job but does not have
the travel experience I feel Pierre Hoffman is looking for. Looking at things from this
perspective Mr.Hoffman more than likely has already decided on whom he is placing in
Lucien Beaumonts position.
Michael also has a few competitors from the purchasing company. Than there is
Danielle Harcourt with whom Michael seems to be highly intimidated by. She is highly
qualified for the position and this worries Michael to a point where he is making judge-
ment’s without factual information. Before, Michael makes any rational decisions I do
feel he should take the time to get to know some of his colleagues. This is something ...