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Which of the following is the most important potential disadvantage of performance pay?
Suggested Answer: D
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28 comments · newest first
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Jerry
10 months ago
C seems a bit off, I've seen it work in larger companies too.
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Maile
11 months ago
Isn't it surprising that performance pay can lead to layoffs?
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Kristeen
11 months ago
Totally disagree, I believe it can work in any setting if managed well.
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Kimberlie
11 months ago
D makes sense, not every employer sees the benefits of performance pay.
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Celia
11 months ago
I think option B is spot on. Performance pay can clash with teamwork.
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Vivienne
11 months ago
I think the idea that it doesn't pay off for some employers could be significant, but I’m not confident if that’s the most important disadvantage.
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Vicki
12 months ago
I vaguely remember a practice question about performance pay being more effective in smaller companies, but I wonder if that's really the main issue here.
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Leonor
12 months ago
I feel like we discussed how performance pay might clash with high-involvement management, but I can't recall the details.
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Jimmie
1 year ago
I think I remember that performance pay can lead to layoffs, especially in tough times, but I'm not entirely sure if that's the biggest disadvantage.
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Brittni
1 year ago
Okay, I've got a strategy. I'll eliminate the options that seem less significant, then focus on evaluating the remaining choices.
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Carey
1 year ago
Hmm, I think the key here is to consider how performance pay might impact management practices and employee engagement. I'll need to weigh the options carefully.
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Son
1 year ago
I'm not sure about this one. The options all seem plausible, but I'm not confident I can pick the most important disadvantage.
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Reita
1 year ago
This is a tricky one. I'll need to think carefully about the potential downsides of performance pay.
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Raul
1 year ago
I'd have to say B is the answer. Can't have high-involvement if you're constantly dangling a financial carrot in front of people, am I right?
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Alesia
1 year ago
Haha, option C is a joke, right? Performance pay is definitely not just for small companies. Even big corporations use it these days.
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Heidy
1 year ago
C) It is mainly effective in small companies.
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Shonda
1 year ago
B) It does not fit well with high-involvement management.
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Lauran
1 year ago
A) It increases the need for layoffs in poor economic conditions.
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Christiane
1 year ago
I'm going with D. Some employers just don't see the benefits of performance pay, and it may not be worth the investment for them.
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Gracia
1 year ago
It's true that not all employers may see the benefits of performance pay, but it can be effective in the right circumstances.
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Vivan
1 year ago
I think it's important for employers to understand the potential disadvantages before implementing performance pay.
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Lauran
1 year ago
I agree, some employers may not see the value in performance pay.
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Luisa
1 year ago
Option B seems the most relevant to me. Performance pay doesn't really align with the idea of high-involvement management, where employees have more autonomy and input.
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My
1 year ago
That's true, performance pay may not be the best fit for that type of management style.
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Dannie
1 year ago
I agree, high-involvement management focuses more on teamwork and collaboration rather than individual performance.
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Angella
1 year ago
I see your point, but I think D) It does not pay off for some employers is the most significant drawback.
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Freeman
1 year ago
I disagree, I believe B) It does not fit well with high-involvement management is the biggest issue.
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Shelia
1 year ago
I think the most important potential disadvantage is A) It increases the need for layoffs in poor economic conditions.