An employee who uses _______________ to convince her teammates to pursue a certain approach to a project is likely to hurt her image as a team player.

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Intimidation is the use of fear, threats or force to persuade others, and this can damage relationships within a team. Encouraging teammates to pursue a certain approach through reason and cooperation is more likely to be viewed positively than using intimidation tactics. Impression management (A) refers to the conscious or subconscious efforts an individual makes to control the impressions others have of them. Self-promotion (B) is a strategy used to enhance one's own image or reputation by highlighting one's strengths and accomplishments. Self-handicapping (D) is a defensive strategy used to reduce the impact of potential failure by creating excuses or obstacles that can be used to explain poor performance.

An Employee Who Uses _______________ to Convince Her Teammates to Pursue