Employee Quote by David M. Cote
“A huge insight was the power of simply telling employees the truth. If things aren’t going well, tell them.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Power of Transparency in Business, David M. Cote, 2021
Open honesty about challenges builds trust and motivates problem‑solving.
In simple terms: Tell the truth about problems.
Be transparent with staff.
Themes
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Type
When to use this quote
- company meetings
- crisis management
- performance reviews
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What truth are you avoiding?
- How will honesty change your team dynamics?
Truth can cause short‑term panic if not managed.