Many Managers and Employees Are Reluctant to Accept Empowerment, but They

Multiple Choice

Many managers and employees are reluctant to accept empowerment, but they are even more reluctant to offer empowerment. If a rationale offered by management is "I'm willing to empower people, but they require clear directions and a set of guidelines; otherwise, the lack of instruction leads to confusion," what is the inhibitor?

A) Attitudes about subordinates
B) Personal insecurities
C) Lack of trust
D) Willingness to embrace change
E) Need for control