A Manager Is Faced with Having to Lay Off Some

question 68

Multiple Choice

A manager is faced with having to lay off some of his staff due to financial losses that the company has suffered.Which of the following channels of communication would be MOST appropriate for sharing this news,given the sensitive nature of the message?

• A)A well-written, empathetic letter
• B)A face-to-face meeting with each employee
• C)A phone call
• D)An email message

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