Openness overload: Why your employees don't need to know everything about you
Vulnerability can make the workplace more human, but trust is ultimately built through what leaders do, not what they reveal about themselves.
The article explores the question of whether employees need to know everything about their leaders' personal lives. While vulnerability can humanize the workplace, trust is built through a leader's actions, not their personal disclosures. In today's connected world, the lines between professional and personal have blurred, prompting questions about what to share.
The author, a creative company CEO, shares personal stories and experiences with colleagues, but believes this openness has helped build trust. However, vulnerability alone is not enough to build trust. Trust is earned through consistent, fair actions and leadership behaviors. Even a private leader can earn deep trust by being transparent, dependable and attentive to their team.
The article suggests a "discerned disclosure" approach - sharing enough personal information to humanize the leader without overwhelming or pressuring employees. It's about considering the perception of the disclosure, especially in a professional setting.
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