Melinda Was Recently Hired as Manager of a Small Retail

question 120

Multiple Choice

Melinda was recently hired as manager of a small retail establishment. She immediately noticed that employees seem afraid to speak with her. She wants her employees to feel comfortable coming to her about anything. What organizational communication barrier is she trying to overcome?

• A)lack of trust between management and employees
• B)top-heavy organizational structure
• C)turf wars
• D)lack of communication skills

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