SECTION B
Answer all_the_questions that follow.
50Marks
Read the case study below and answer all the questions that follow.
Case Study
Lea is the manager of a large medical aid company, overseeing a team of 20 members
with whom she has a positive relationship. However, she has recently been concerned
about a new team member, Shani. After a month, Lea notices that Shani displays a low
level of confidence, frequently apologising for not picking up processes quickly enough.
Although Shani came from a similar environment at another medical aid company, it
was assumed she would adapt more rapidly. Shani's nervous demeanor is beginning to
take a toll on Lea. With her responsibilities to the other staff members and her own
workload, she feels overwhelmed. Leawonders how she will manage Shani's situation.
When Lea speaks to her, expressing that she should be proficient by now, Shani breaks
down, crying and appearing visibly shaken. Lea is frustrated, questioning why they can't
simply focus on their work. Although she feels a pull to help, Lea is reluctant to get
involved in Shani's personal issues;shejust wants the job done. Additionally, carrying an
underperforming team member may hurt team morale.
2.1. Read questions a to c below and answer them all
a. Discuss what wrong Lea is committing and what is she guilty of in terms of
coaching principles?
(10)
b. Explain the concept of coaching to Lea and its importance?
(5)
c. Advice Lea the manager on how to handle the situation of the new employee such
as Shani?
(5)
2.2. Provide guidance for dealing with underperformance
(10)