Enhancing organizational recovery in tough times: a pragmatic perspective

Emerald - 2010
MikeSchraeder1, David J.Hoover1
1Associate Professor based at Troy University Montgomery, Montgomery, Alabama, USA

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PurposeThe purpose of this paper is to offer possible perspectives on pursuing organizational recovery given the current level of intensity in the global economic environment.Design/methodology/approachThe suggested approaches offered in this article are presented from a pragmatic perspective. While empirical support for these approaches can be found in the literature, some of the conclusions drawn in the paper were not validated empirically.FindingsLeaders and managers could easily become discouraged by the ongoing barrage of negative press associated with global economic struggles. This article offers leaders and managers five simple approaches for possible consideration in addressing organizational recovery.Social implicationsThe approaches summarized in this article are presented in an optimistic manner, with the intention of providing a renewed sense of hope for those leaders attempting to redirect the efforts of their organizations.Originality/valueThe paper offers a succinct and practical perspective on basic approaches organizations can pursue in the quest for economic recovery.

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