SPHR Human Resources

Answer - C - During the development or growth stage, there is most likely resistance to the process of formalizing policies and procedures.

Key Takeaway: Having a core group of highly talented employees focus on the founder is more likely to first manifest itself during stage 1 (birth) of the organizational life cycle. Resistance to OD and change initiatives and entitlement mentality towards pay and benefits is more likely to first manifest itself during stage 3 (maturity).