low risk strategies

Question 1

forms of resistance

Answer 1

increase in staff wanting to transfer
persistent reduction in output
strike or other industrial action

Question 2

low risk strategies

Answer 2

communication
empowerment
support
incentives

Question 3

communication

Answer 3

2 way communication helps reduce employee anxiety. sharing of information creates trust within managers and employees.

Question 4

empowerment

Answer 4

employee participation implementing change enables a sense of ownership in the process. meaning employees help and design

Question 5

support

Answer 5

emotional and functional support to employees facing stress due to change. appropriate support should be given to boost employee confidence.

Question 6

incentives

Answer 6

benefits provided to employees as a way of gaining their support for the change. could include offering improved working conditions or financial incentives.

Question 7

benefits of low risk strategies

Answer 7

creates positive work environment

if successful, employees will embrace more change in future

Question 8

limitations of low risk strategies

Answer 8

can take time

can be costly (training, counselling)