The text contains a number of common verb–noun combinations. Use the word
combinations in the box to complete the sentences below.
allocate resources
deal with crises
make decisions
perform tasks
measure performance
set objectives
supervise subordinates
1 After an organization has ......................... , it has to make
sure that it achieves them.
2 Managers have to fi nd the best way to .................. all the human,
physical and capital ...................... available to them.
3 Some people ............. ............. better on their own while
others work better in teams.
4 Managers ................... the work of their ................. and try to
develop their abilities.
5 Managers .............. the ............... of their staff to see whether
they are reaching their targets.
6 Top managers have to be prepared to ............... ..............
if they occur and then have to .............. quick ...................