Review the Rick's New Job case analysis of the Blanchard and Thacker (2013) text.
Create a 800 to 1,000 word paper (excluding the title and reference pages), answer to the following case questions:
• Explain why Rick was let go and how reinforcement theory applies to this situation.
• Explain Rosie and Walter's reaction to Rick's computer in terms of resistance to change. Use the concepts in this chapter to explain how Rick might have approached the computer situation so as to gain acceptance.
• Explain Rick's inability to "fit in" using social learning theory. Identify where breakdowns occurred.
• If Val hired you to develop a management training program for the senior managers at PPP, explain how you would go about designing the program. Provide appropriate theoretical rationale to support your position.