Managing a Public Image: Kevin Knight Case Solution
Being an African-American student, Kevin Knight at Harvard Business School, faced a lot of bad situations. Concerned with maintaining an image as a reasonable and calm individual, he's appalled when he finds himself in a heated classroom exchange in defense of an African American.
Due to his past, he questions regarding his fear about ethnic stereotypes which had stopped him from learning leadership skills that are important. Knight reflects on his image concerns, questioning whether they have undermined his ability to lead effectively.
PUBLICATION DATE: December 13, 2004 PRODUCT #: 405053-PDF-ENG
This is just an excerpt. This case is about LEADERSHIP & MANAGING PEOPLE
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