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Given the story, how would you uniquely allocate each person to make sure both tasks are accomplished efficiently?
narrative
Throughout my tenure as the manager of a renowned publishing company, I've been privileged to collaborate with a team of exceptional editors. Today, I face the challenge of fairly allocating the responsibilities of editing non-fiction and fiction books to my three distinguished editors: Michael, Jessica, and Emma. Each one of them is a unique talent, filled with immense potential. Emma is an earnest and humble worker. She trusts Jessica's judgement immensely, often seen seeking her advice and acknowledging her expertise. However, Emma's reading preferences tend to sway towards non-fantasy genres. Unlike most of us, she finds it difficult to suspend her disbelief when it comes to fictional narratives. She has mentioned several times that she has a hard time connecting with fictional characters and their make-believe worlds. In an ironic twist, Emma's understanding of the non-fiction world seems equally lacking, with her confessing to struggling with complex real-world issues. It's unfortunate that her interactions with Michael were often fraught with misunderstandings, with Emma feeling like her opinions were brushed aside by him. Jessica, an accomplished editor, comes with a well-rounded perspective. With a degree in journalism and experience as a former news reporter, Jessica’s affinity for fiction is unmissable. She is well-known for having a hand in editing multiple bestseller fiction books, making the most of her beloved pastime of reading such novels. Jessica's helpful demeanor is truly appreciated in our office, especially by Emma, whom she often aids without any argument. However, there's a sour note in Jessica's otherwise harmonious work life. She has a strained relationship with Michael, resenting his constant interference in her work and his dismissiveness of her ideas. Then there is Michael, our politically informed and practical-minded editor. With his masters in political science, he seems to have a natural proclivity for real world issues and enjoys reading books that give him an insight into the hard, cold facts. This makes his distaste for fiction, specifically the fantasy elements of it, unsurprising. However, his critical attitude often creates tension in the team, especially with Emma who bears the brunt of it. Despite his strengths, Michael often finds himself at a loss when it comes to the subtleties of plot development. As I sit, looking at my diverse team of editors, I know my task isn't easy. However, I do understand that my decision is critical for the overall success of the publishing process, as well as the harmony in the team. Given the unique abilities of my team, I am confident of their strengths and believe that each of them would commit themselves to whatever assignments come their way with grace and professionalism.
choices
- Edit Non-fiction books: Jessica, Edit Fiction books: Emma and Michael
- Edit Non-fiction books: Michael, Edit Fiction books: Emma and Jessica
- Edit Non-fiction books: Emma, Edit Fiction books: Jessica and Michael
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