With regard to the managerial function of leading in an organization with an innovative culture, managers ________.
A) emphasize formal top-down communication
B) emphasize caution and maintenance of the status quo and set specific goals
C) are likely to lead by example, encouraging employees to take risks and experiment
D) are likely to use management by objectives
E) constantly monitor subordinates' progress toward goals, overseeing their every move

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In an innovative culture, managers are likely to lead by example, encouraging employees to take risks and experiment. They are supportive regardless of whether employees succeed or fail. In contrast, managers in a conservative culture are likely to use management by objectives and to constantly monitor subordinates' progress toward goals, overseeing their every move.

With Regard to the Managerial Function of Leading in an Organization