Ming's boss Benjamin enjoys empowering his followers.Benjamin's empowerment skill was best exemplified when he ______.

A) gave Ming a raise for meeting aggressive project deadlines
B) supported Ming in her proposal to work from home after her baby was born
C) encouraged Ming and her team to volunteer for a local charity
D) helped Ming understand a complex problem her team was facing

Supporting Ming's proposal to work from home after having a baby shows an understanding of her personal circumstances and a willingness to accommodate them, which is a form of empowerment.

Answer: C
Encouraging Ming and her team to volunteer for a local charity shows a focus on personal growth and development, which is also a form of empowerment.

Answer: A and D are also examples of good management practices, but they do not directly demonstrate empowerment skills.