Which of the following is a desirable strategy for managers aiming to reduce the negative consequences of rumors?
A) creating a more informal communication environment at the workplace
B) encouraging employees to communicate their concerns and suggestions
C) ignoring the rumor as rumors grow because of the attention given to them
D) refusing to comment on issues that appear to be controversial and unfair
E) initiating disciplinary action against the employee who started the rumor

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Encouraging employees to communicate their concerns and suggestions can help reduce the spread of rumors. By addressing these concerns and suggestions, managers can provide accurate information and dispel any false rumors that may be circulating. Creating a more informal communication environment can potentially lead to rumors being spread more easily. Ignoring or refusing to comment on rumors can also cause them to persist and lead to a lack of trust from employees. Initiating disciplinary action against the employee who started the rumor may not be effective, as it does not address the root causes of why the rumor was started in the first place.

Which of the Following Is a Desirable Strategy for Managers