While watching This Charming Man, we were asked to notice the
issues of discrimination. Discrimination is a very large category involving HR
departments and has some very serious issues with the workplace. "An employer can no longer seek out preferred individuals
based on non-job-related factors such as age, gender, or physical
attractiveness. Those that do so may be confronted with significant legal
problems." Many companies nowadays have policies for
discrimination acts and have the access to legal help. During the short film, I
picked up on many racial slurs and sexual discriminations. The film was based
in Denmark and the have been having issues with immigrants trying to find jobs.
The men in the film, in particular called the Pakistanis rude, insensitive
names and workers and the hiring companies thought of them to be on the bottom
of the totem pole. "With great success, and more customers, however, comes the need
to identify, train, and retain even more talented people. These people must be
kept happy, focused on excellence, and committed to the organization's
goals." There was even some sexual discriminations
when Lars told Ida he didn’t even recognize her because she lost weight and one
man called a receptionist “sugar”. Treating people right has everything to do
with treating your employee’s right.
"Exceptional hospitality management company leaders
are often quoted as saying that “our people are our greatest asset.” These
managers are not simply paying lip service to the importance of employees. They
know it is true."
