“Transparent” has recently been used interchangeably with “authentic.” I think it’s an odd one because no leader is going to be “transparent.” They should share ‘the why’ for any critical business decision, but no one should expect any leader to share everything.

Learning: When change comes, it’s natural to want more information, but if your leader or boss is giving you ‘the why’ of a business decision, that’s the best place to start. Aiming for “full transparency” is often just a delay tactic. If you are a leader, there is much more to an authentic leader who builds trust and credibility than being “transparent.”

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