You've learned what adaptive management means. Now let's practice recognizing when to adapt your approach versus when standard management practices work fine.

The key is spotting the signals that your usual management style might not be the most effective choice.

Engagement Message

What's one management situation where you wish you had tried a different approach?

Type

Multiple Choice

Practice Question

David always manages by setting clear deadlines and checking in weekly. This works well with most direct reports, but today he notices Jennifer missing deadlines and seeming overwhelmed. What should David recognize?

A. Jennifer isn't managing her time properly B. Jennifer should learn to work with his management style C. Jennifer needs more frequent support than his usual weekly check-ins provide D. His structured approach is always the most effective

Suggested Answers

• A
• B
• C - Correct
• D

Type

Sort Into Boxes

Practice Question

Sort these management scenarios into situations that need adaptive approaches versus those where standard practices work fine:

Labels

• First Box Label: Needs Adaptation
• Second Box Label: Standard Works

First Box Items

• New hire struggling
• Remote employee disconnected
• Top performer disengaged
• Team member resisting change

Second Box Items

• Routine status updates
• Standard goal setting
• Regular one-on-ones
• Policy communications

Type