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3 years ago

Why should employees be wary of participating in the grapevine in a business

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Although the grapevine supplements what formal communication does not provide sometimes, and creates a sense of unity among employees, they should be wary due it carries partial information and it's more based on rumors; so it's not always trustworthy, especially when it comes to business, because important decisions depend on reliable sources to ensure favorable outcomes.

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Given that:

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= 52/13

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Patent = $200 ($3,200/16)

Trademark = $7,500 (expensed in full)

Licensing Rights = $14,000 ($70,000/5)

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