During times of significant organizational change, such as downsizing or a pandemic, the grapevine becomes more active as anxious employees share organizational news and rumors. As a manager, what communication strategies would you employ during a time of uncertainty in the workplace? What are the advantages and disadvantages of gossip during a time of uncertainty? (Module Objective 5.7, Ch. 17) .

1. During times of significant organizational change, such as downsizing or a pandemic, the
grapevine becomes more active as anxious employees share organizational news and rumors. As
a manager, what communication strategies would you employ during a time of uncertainty in the
workplace? What are the advantages and disadvantages of gossip during a time of uncertainty?
(Module Objective 5.7, Ch. 17)