Transparency Is Scary But Necessary | Daily Jim 26

Keeping information from people in your organisation is not protecting them.It's simply giving you the feeling you're taking care of them and making you feel important.Once upon a time I had to inform a third of my colleagues that they would no longer be working with us a month later.Well, I can tell you that was no walk in the park...since it was the first time they had heard about the company going through tough times.Talk about delivering negative news.A week later I made up my mind not to relive that same experience again.Since then I've tried to be as open and transparent with everyone in my life.Superiors.Colleagues.Team members.Friends.Family.After all, we can only make well-informed decisions if we're actually well-informed.If you enjoy the podcast, would you please consider leaving a short review on Apple Podcasts/iTunes? It takes less than 60 seconds and it really makes a difference for the show. Consider including your Twitter or LinkedIn handle so we can thank you personally!Want to get in touch with Jim?Contact/Follow him: Website | LinkedIn | Twitter