Question

As the CEO of a conglomerate, Eva Morris exhibited her strong commitment toward the company’s core value that customers’ well-being is more important than profit when she convinced the board of directors to liquidate the company’s pesticide subsidiary. The pesticide brand sold by her company was a major revenue earner in lesser-developed nations, but studies indicate that it is a carcinogen. Eva persuaded the board that the company had to be responsible toward society. In this scenario, Eva has demonstrated

1) strategic leadership
2) Machiavellianism
3) individualism

Answer 1

Answer:

1) strategic leadership

Explanation:

Based on the information provided within the question it can be said that in this scenario Eva has demonstrated Strategic Leadership. This term refers to a manager's ability to express, motivate, and persuade others into following their his/her vision for the organization. Which is what Eva is demonstrating by persuading the board of directors on getting rid of the pesticide brand and moving the company towards a more society conscious direction.