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Downward communication

Downward communication which is any communication that flows from a manager to employees. It’s used to inform, direct, coordinate, and evaluate employees.

When managers assign goals to their employees, they’re using downward communication. They’re also using downward communication when they provide employees with job descriptions, inform them of organizational policies and procedures, point out problems that need attention, or evaluate employees’ performance.

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