a. How effective are non-monetary incentives in relieving stress? Monetary incentives usually relieve stress instantly and temporarily. In order to keep productivity, this incentive is effective in short-term scheme. But, for long-term, non-monetary incentives such as awareness-raising workshop should be considered as well as providing monetary incentives program. In addition, monetary incentives may cause unfairness among employees. Contrary to that, non-monetary incentives are effective to relieve stress gradually in longer period of time. This solution …showed first 75 words of 331 total…

…showed last 75 words of 331 total…In today's business environment, what is the importance of a culturally diverse workforce? Individual values and attitudes have strong cultural foundation (Schermerhorn, Hunt and Osborn, 2005, P121), understanding cultural diversity is essential for effective management. "What proves 'motivational' as a reward in one culture might not work in another." (Schermerhorn, Hunt and Osborn, 2005, P121) Reference: J.R. Schermerhorn, J.G. Hunt & R.N. Osborn (2005). Organizational Behavior, 9th edition, John Wiley & Sons, Inc.