Ben Learns That the Company Was Going to Be Laying

question 76

Multiple Choice

Ben learns that the company was going to be laying off several employees over the next several months. He knew that the rumor mill was going to start, and he wanted to head off misinformation and get ahead of the curve. Which of the following options should he take?

• A) Meet with the individuals that would most likely be laid off.
• B) E-mail the employees who seem to start most of the rumors.
• C) Post an announcement in the breakroom for all to see.
• D) Call an all staff meeting and give everyone the news at once.
• E) Walk to every cubicle and speak directly to each staff person individually.

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