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Which of the following are ways in which you can make the situation better for recipients of bad
news?
1. Use the right mix of communication channels.
2. Deliver the news in a timely manner.
3. Understand how the news affects recipients.
4. Assure recipients that they had no role in the problem.
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Correct: 1, 2 and 3.
- Use the right mix of channels — serious or personal bad news often deserves face‑to‑face (or video) delivery with written follow‑up; less serious items can be handled by email or memo.
- Deliver the news in a timely manner — quick, prompt communication reduces uncertainty and allows people to respond or plan.
- Understand how the news affects recipients — show empathy, anticipate likely reactions, and tailor the message and support accordingly.
Statement 4 is not a general best practice. You should not blanketly assure people they had no role unless you know that to be true; falsely absolving responsibility can be dishonest or misleading. Instead be candid about causes, acknowledge any accountability where appropriate, and offer support and next steps.
- Use the right mix of channels — serious or personal bad news often deserves face‑to‑face (or video) delivery with written follow‑up; less serious items can be handled by email or memo.
- Deliver the news in a timely manner — quick, prompt communication reduces uncertainty and allows people to respond or plan.
- Understand how the news affects recipients — show empathy, anticipate likely reactions, and tailor the message and support accordingly.
Statement 4 is not a general best practice. You should not blanketly assure people they had no role unless you know that to be true; falsely absolving responsibility can be dishonest or misleading. Instead be candid about causes, acknowledge any accountability where appropriate, and offer support and next steps.
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