Imagine the following scenario: You are the manager of small business (20 employees max) which is going through a rough patch. With sales dwindling due to a bleak economy, you are in the position of having to let go of three of your employees. This is a difficult situation for any manager, and one that countless managers found themselves in during the recent economic crisis. The question is, how would you approach this task, and why would you opt for that approach?
Be sure to include: 1.  An identification of the theoretical communications approach best suited to this task. 2.  A suitable communication plan using the theoretical approach you’ve identified as a foundation.
Hints: Section 1 (consider approx. 700-750 words) •  Use your knowledge of management communications with particular  emphasis on module 2. •  Identify what level of communication is best suited to this task, and why; •  Make a reasoned and coherent argument in favour of a particular approach; •  The purpose of this section is to show the reader that you are aware of the constituent parts of management communications. As such, you should use correct terminology, and show that you can identify how best to structure  the message you are sending. What are the key considerations at each stage? What do you need to take into consideration

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