Asked by Tyree McDonald on May 17, 2024

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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

Grapevine

An informal channel of communication within an organization, which is based on personal contacts and unofficial lines of communication.

Employees' Opinions

The perspectives, beliefs, and attitudes of employees regarding their workplace, workplace conditions, management, and organizational policies.

Official Communication Network

The formally established channels of information exchange within an organization.

  • Comprehend the role and precision of casual communication channels, such as the grapevine, in organizational settings.
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NIyati DesaiMay 19, 2024
Final Answer :
C
Explanation :
The grapevine, or informal communication network within an organization, can indeed be a valuable resource for managers to understand the sentiments, concerns, and opinions of their employees. It provides insights that might not be captured through formal communication channels.