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Effective Strategy on Border Management Environment Concerning the Catdom Case

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Effective Strategy on Border Management Environment Concerning the Catdom Case

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In a constantly evolving environment, the dynamics of integration and interconnection

are critical to social and economic progress. Consequently, it is vital to speed up cross-border

regulation reform so that trade is not hindered or impeded. As a result of this focus on the

Catdom case study, many aspects of development are at risk. As a result of the endemic

corruption, poor governance, and incompetence, the situation necessitates a new and effective

response. The success of any organization is dependent on competent governance, and the

importance of respecting the rights and needs of employees cannot be overstated. When it comes

to operational activities and policy development, the World Customs Organization stresses the

need for coordinated border management (Polner). Additionally, Catdom's border management

environment and leadership necessitate significant reforms.

Governance Issues in the Border Management Environment

Many organizations are still working on global initiatives to implement distributed talents

(Binder, 2016). This depends largely on the type of governance in existence, how it defines its

policies, and these projects' effectiveness. Border management is critical since it is always

evolving to keep pace with the modern world. Further, the globe has embraced the promise of

globalization. The border management environment deals with potential clients who might

significantly impact a country's economic growth or stagnation. The government's failure to seize

this opportunity is demonstrated by the attention paid to Catdom. The importance of good

governance cannot be overstated because it will assist businesses in overcoming their difficulties

in achieving the necessary quantity and effectiveness of these projects.

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As a result, it is essential to set standards such as border management ethics in

accordance with governance. Corruption, for example, is fought by the formation of ethical

standards. Border management ethics emphasizes treating people as individuals rather than as

objects. Additionally, the growth of ethical standards indicates the importance of enacting legal

and fair rules in the hiring and firing process. When ethics are instituted, leaders and employees

alike are expected to follow a code of behavior that will ultimately improve the workplace's

ambiance. Understanding human rights and what they signify is emphasized by emphasizing

ethics. Changes in Catdom's governance can significantly impact the company's results and lead

to a wide range of possible revenue acquisitions.

Leadership Styles

There are numerous consequences of the Catdom case study discussed regarding the

different leadership styles. For instance, the expansion of nepotism outlines a system that is

always laying the groundwork for the establishment of a corrupt system of government. During

the investigation, the director-general claimed that the detailed accusations resulted from

unhappy personnel venting their frustration. The director-general, as a result, refuses to accept

the various deficiencies that have affected the institutions and go even further to defend the

incumbent administration. On the other hand, investigations reveal a drop in revenue and

outcomes, despite a large number of complaints. A direct result of this is that the leadership style

is fundamentally flawed.

Because of the poor morale levels within the institution, a more effective leadership style

is required than the one currently in place. There are many angry employees, and the system is

recruiting people based on their familiarity with the system rather than their merit. To change the

impact of leadership on the organization, it is necessary to implement some consistent changes

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with the leadership styles and approaches already in use. As a starting point, it is critical to adopt

a transformational leadership style, which may necessitate reorganizing the management

structure and appointing new executives. A transformational leader places a high value on

inspiring followers and, as a result, motivating people to participate in the development of a

company (Ghasabeh and Provitera, 2017). Most significantly, the transformational leadership

style embodies charismatic characteristics and motivates individuals to perform at their highest

levels. As a result, the use of this leadership style can help improve the overall attitude in the

workplace.

Consequently, a shift in leadership style can positively impact how activities are carried

out in the workplace. Continuous firing and hiring might result in inconsistent work outputs,

resulting in a need for consistency to be established. A similar requirement is to execute a style

that has clearly defined objectives and finds an ethical means of achieving those objectives.

Numerous faults and features of mismanagement may be seen in the current state of Catdom,

which is outlined below. A few changes in how leaders conduct themselves are required as a

result. It is important to note that the changes should not be limited to prioritizing a

transformative leadership style. As an alternative, they can perform other leadership styles that

may be equally effective, such as transformative leadership, charismatic leadership, or servant

leadership, among other types of leadership styles. The latter places a high value on exhibiting

love and compassion to the employees, affecting their attitudes about their jobs and coworkers

(Dierendonck, 2015). Fundamentally, it is critical to develop leadership styles and ensure that

they are in line with the institution's expectations.

Employee Job Satisfaction

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Employee satisfaction is a key factor in the success of any organization. Despite

acknowledging many unhappy workers, the director-general claims that these complaints are

unfounded. Therefore, he acknowledges that some employees have worries about the working

circumstances and position. In addition, the investigation reveals that the institution has a large

number of employees that are depressed. There may be a lack of overall commitment and output

from the personnel. The issue must be addressed now to prevent the agency from being

paralyzed by a lack of trust between its members. the agency's morale needs to improve. ' As a

result, it may be necessary to ensure that clients are satisfied with their work and to acknowledge

their contributions.

In most companies, performance evaluations are beneficial since they recognize their

employees' contributions and recognize their growth. In Catdom's instance, employees are only

employed for three years, which means they will spend most of their time searching for new jobs

before being laid off. Boundary management, family enrichment, and career satisfaction all have

a strong correlation, according to research (Daniel and Sonnentag, 2015). Major changes are

needed to boost the agency's morale and foster stronger ties between employees and managers.

The effectiveness of an organization and the standing of its representatives can both benefit from

a positive work environment. To keep the staff engaged and the atmosphere positive, it is critical

to enhance employee motivation and brighten the air in the organization.

Overcoming Corruption by Embracing the Arusha Declaration

Economies can be crippled if they do not thoroughly fight corruption, and it is one of the

most significant differences between industrialized countries and developing countries.

Specifically, the Catdom case reveals systemic corruption issues ranging from the hiring

procedure that privileges family members to the termination process that does not pay attention
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to performance. The agency's ability to carry out its mission is hindered by the rise of corruption,

particularly among members of the agency's own family. There must be a plan to combat

nepotism and clarify the agency's policies on equity and equal opportunity. The interplay

between leadership and social expectations in shaping outcomes may be considered in this

argument (Crona, Gelcich, and Bodin, 2017). The Arusha Declaration's principle of brotherhood

must be upheld in all aspects of our lives.

African Socialism's 'Ujamaa' declaration, which means brotherhood, is the focus of the

Arusha Declaration, a significant political phrase. The Arusha Declaration underlined the

necessity of building a community and basing countless political, social, and economic actions

on solidarity and cooperation (Hunter, 2008). Cases like Catdom show what happens when

people put their relationships ahead of everything else. Consequently, it is imperative to adhere

to the Arusha Declaration's mandate to work together as a team rather than as a group of

individuals.

Overcoming corruption can be initiated by establishing clear criteria and procedures for

hiring and terminating new employees and managers. When hiring new employees, managers

should prioritize qualifications over other factors like a worker's ethnicity or family name. We

must search for leaders who have the institution's interests in mind rather than those solely

interested in power and riches.

Inconsistency and Disconnect

Any agency's operations must be carried out consistently. Consistency is equally

important for both the leaders and the workers. As people continue to emphasize the importance

of diversity, the workforce of an organization is always changing. As a result, there is a pressing

need for a standardized approach to these changes. The company's output is initiated by its
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employees, and a varied workforce is excellent in an ever-evolving world (Robertson, 2019).

Therefore, it is essential to implement a consistent approach to leadership and work. Because of

their effectiveness and consistency, the agency should have a distinct identity.

In this regard, if employees perform to the standards set by the agency, it is vital that they

are encouraged and reassured of their job security. Inconsistency and dissatisfaction among

employees are revealed by the company's frequent firings (Edwards, 2017). Employees

concerned about their job security may be alarmed by the hiring of family members. As a result,

management must be restructured to adhere to the organization's values and ethical obligations

when hiring and terminating employees. Regardless of the type of leadership style, it is always

essential to match its values (Mizzell and Huizing, 2018). A set of values should guide every

agency's decision-making and policy-making processes.

Catdom's case study reveals many flaws in leadership and management. We need to act

quickly to prevent the agency from being crippled by the crisis. This institution's recent fall

should only motivate the Minister of Finance to take action on the specified critical measures

before the case becomes a burden on the government.

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