Drew Is a New Manager at Yes2Tech

question 28

Multiple Choice

Drew is a new manager at Yes2Tech. He has been told a lot about the grapevine by other managers. What advice would you give Drew about the grapevine?

• A) It is all negative so extinguish it as soon as possible
• B) Pretend it doesn't exist
• C) The grapevine can be useful to managers in learning about employees opinions
• D) Make it the official communication network
• E) Remember that approximately 75% of grapevine communication is inaccurate

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