A supervisor notices that an employee has been late to work for three days this week.What action would be LEAST recommended for fostering open communication?
A)Call the employee to ask him about the lateness.
B)Write the employee a disciplinary memorandum about the lateness.
C)Meet with the employee face-to-face to discuss the lateness.
D)Send the employee an email message about his or her lateness.

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Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Writing a disciplinary memorandum may make the employee defensive and less likely to be open in communication. It is better to have a conversation to understand the reason for the lateness and to work together to find a solution. Choices A, C, and D all involve communication and are more likely to facilitate open communication.

A Supervisor Notices That an Employee Has Been Late to Work