The Foundation of Employer Authority
A manager at a company observes that employees work diligently and follow instructions, even without constant supervision. Using the concept of the economic benefit an employee receives from their job compared to their next best option, analyze why the mere possibility of job termination is often a sufficient tool for an employer to ensure employees align their efforts with the firm's goals. In your analysis, break down the key factors that determine the size of this economic benefit for an employee.
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