A director who dislikes a recent hire is spreading rumours that no one wants to work with this particular person,in the hopes that he will quit or get fired.This is an example of the conflict-handling strategy of

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The director is using a direct and confrontational approach by spreading rumors to influence the situation, which aligns with the forcing strategy. This strategy involves using one's power to win a conflict at the expense of the other party.

A Director Who Dislikes a Recent Hire Is Spreading Rumours