All of the following are helpful tips to deliver a bad-news message personally in the workplace except Group of answer choices

consider taking a partner if you fear a "shoot the messenger" reaction.
focus on the future and avoid discussing the past or the present.
prepare and rehearse; outline what you plan to say.
think about timing and do not deliver bad news on a Friday afternoon

focus on the future and avoid discussing the past or the present.

Explanation:

A bad news is not a pleasant news and you might want to be careful when delivering a bad news, especially in the workplace. Always try to deliver a bad news with someone, especially if you fear that the person you are giving the news may be hostile when angry. Make sure that you prepare and rehearse what you want to say it and the manner in which you would say it. Timing is also important, as you do not want to ruin someone's weekend so try not to deliver the news on a Friday afternoon.

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