Rumors can hurt the organization's reputation, decrease morale and damage

productivity. Regardless of the cause, it is the management's duty to provide a safe,

healthy and productive work environment.

For example, in 2015, one statement was made shortly after a non-profit
environmental group - the Center for Environmental Health - disclosed information
on a report on July 4, saying PepsiCo continued to sell soda products containing
chemical substance 4-methylimidazole, also known as 4-MEI, after the state of
California introduced the law.

Now is a time for leaders to make regular and proactive communication an integral
part of their company strategies.

In this case, Pepsi affirmed that: They’re always complied with the laws.

Pepsico spokewoman Aurora Gonzales published with social media: Their products
and ingredients used to make them, which are in full compliance with the law and
are always sale for consumption

The best way for leaders to address these concerns is by eliminating the need for an
underground rumor network from the start.

Take charge of transparent communication so that fake news, rumors and gossip
don't undermine the work you are doing to drive the performance and engagement
of their team. This will help you to be among the 13% of leaders who communicate
effectively with their teams, enabling you to stop misinformation before it becomes
a drag on the culture