This case highlights the dilemma of Nicholas, an accounting executive, who must determine whether to promote a disabled employee, Paul, to a management job. Paul is a strong performer; nevertheless he's often required to work at home on a laptop in order to handle the symptoms of Crohn's disease.
Nicholas needs to decide whether this presents a barrier to Paul's ability to take on greater degrees of responsibility. He fights with the ethical and legal consequences of his decision. The impact of his judgement on the remainder of his team is also contemplated.
PUBLICATION DATE: January 15, 2010 PRODUCT #: NA0074-HCB-ENG
This is just an excerpt. This case is about LEADERSHIP & MANAGING PEOPLE
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