Embrace The 'Dwight Schrutes' In Your Office For Better Performance
Monday, March 30, 2009 - 09:28
in Psychology & Sociology
Nobody wants to share a cubicle with a new hire like Dwight Schrute. The beet-farming volunteer sheriff's deputy/paper salesman creates many awkward moments because of his differences with co-workers on NBC's "The Office." But according to new research, better decisions come from teams that include a "socially distinct newcomer." That's psychology-speak for someone who is different enough to bump other team members out of their comfort zones.