This is where companies need to ensure they have an effective internal communications programme in place, because as we all know, it‘s not going to be business as usual. Once business owners and management teams have worked out what the changes mean for their companies, they need to share those with the team. Employers need to ensure they demonstrate they have looked at all the options and it’s not an overreaction or a quick cost-saving exercise. If there is no other option, then transparency and compassion is key when delivering bad news to an employee. Additionally, 63 per cent said that it would help them become an advocate for the business and tell others about their company.

Source: Stuff May 27, 2020 17:00 UTC