response 2 C

 I have chosen to deliver my message in person. I think it is important to meet with staff who has dedicated their work life to an organization to have the courtesy of getting “bad” or disappointing news in person. It is necessary that we meet with them and look them in the eyes and let them see that you care about the decision being made. It is important that to me that this experience is personal and respectful.




A) I found it easy to craft what I wanted to say because I envision the team I work with and knew that we would owe them the courtesy and respect of communicating this kind of message in person. In addition, much of what I read prepared me in a way to keep my audience the center of my message. I wanted to ensure that those staff in the event there is a layoff, that those remaining behind had trust in their leadership.

B) I worked for a company once who was in the process of laying staff off. They took their time in delivering the message which resulted in spreading of gossip, staff being upset and angry and fearful. It is important to deliver the message as soon as there is a very strong notion and discussion that staff must be cut. A message such as this increases vulnerability.

C) I like to connect with the staff I work with. I like to feel their energy and their passion so a face to face meeting was necessary to me. I know their grief of possible layoffs or even changes to their current job could result in a heightened sense of anxiety. These variables I was sure would diminish their passion. I wanted my message to connote a sense of care, and allow staff to still feel somewhat motivated.  was my intention that people regardless of the outcome, felt respected and cared for by the organization that they had dedicated their lives to.
I felt that we are a transparent company so being direct and opened were very necessary. Maintaining integrity was also a key factor and to achieve this direct, honest and open communication are/were very necessary.