There are three types of communications amplified by power:
Direct communication: even feedback (positive or negative) from someone in a position of power can easily become amplified.
Silence: when a company is going through a crisis for example, and its leaders respond with silence, employees’ fears are amplified and they usually think worst-case thoughts.
Ambiguity: In some cases, requests that seem straightforward can create worry. Take the “I need to talk to you later” statement as example.