Gary Lee Is the Supervisor of the Sheet Metal Shop

Essay

Gary Lee is the supervisor of the sheet metal shop at Kapster Enterprises.He is known for his friendly, easygoing manner and mild temperament.Recently, he was asked by his boss to introduce several new policies designed to tighten-up break times and reduce unnecessary overtime.Gary has always considered himself to be a friend as well as a supervisor to his employees.In fact, he often socializes with them just as he did before he was promoted to supervisor.Now his boss wants him to start adopting a tougher, more controlling leadership style.His workers, on the other hand, want Gary to "cut them some slack" and give them more freedom in their duties.Discuss the three types of role conflict which Gary is experiencing.