Andrew, the Head of His Company's Accounting Department, Is Writing

question 13

Multiple Choice

Andrew, the head of his company's accounting department, is writing a persuasive message to encourage his staff to cut operating costs. What should he do to generate cooperation and buy-in? 

• A)Not worry about it too much. After all, he's the boss, so he has the right to demand compliance.
• B)Threaten employees with concrete examples of what will happen if they don't cooperate.
• C)Remind employees that he is the one in charge.
• D)Be clear about his objective, and ask for and incorporate his employees' ideas for cutting costs.

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