One essential quality of successful leadership in any business is honest and open communication. There’s no worse feeling as an employee than being misled, deceived, or kept in the dark by your leaders. Great leaders foster honesty and open communication to make their employees feel valued.
Leaders should create a culture where open communication is the norm. Your employees are on the front lines and likely know what’s working and what’s not. When they feel comfortable giving feedback, they’re also more open to receiving it.
Transparency and honesty are key to effective leadership and gaining employee trust. Leaders who set the standard for open communication set their teams up for success.
But remember, leaders need to be candid with some parameters. Too much transparency about the company’s health can cause panic. Share information thoughtfully and purposefully. If it feels like gossip, it probably is, so keep it to yourself.
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