Answer to Question #254797 in Management for Johan

Question

Lisa: “I wish my boss would realise that we are living in the 21st century! He does not get it that there are benefits to empowering employees.”

1.1)  Tell Lisa about one (1) advantage and one (1) risk linked to empowering employees. You need to write in your own words so that it is clear that you understand the concept.

Answer 1

Answer.

Advantage of empowering employees.

Empowered employees ensure there is general and improved quality to the completed work assigned by the boss/ employer.Empowerment further guarantees increased productivity.

Disadvantage of empowering employees.

The main disadvantage is increased Arrogance. When employees are empowered, their confidence levels tend to increase thereby disobeying their bosses.