Organizational Behavior at Lewis & Lewis P.C.

Lewis & Lewis, P.C. is a small, Jackson-based accounting firm that employs thirty-five people and was founded by Phil Willis in 1968. It exhibits many interesting aspects of organizational behavior, which we will examine below from several perspectives. After examining the company's current policies and practices, we will evaluate its status in the transition from the 'old' to the 'new' model of organization, and recommend some changes that may improve the way Lewis & Lewis …

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