This document defines participative management and discusses various ways workers can participate in management. It outlines different levels of participation from informative to decisive. Methods of participation discussed include worker directors, collective bargaining, quality circles, and total quality management. Benefits of participative management include higher productivity, improved communication, and increased organizational balance. Key factors for successful participation are top management support, free flow of information, employee training, ability, and interest. The conclusion states that valuing employee contributions can lead to organizational success.