Transparency Versus Fear

CEO Daily Brief with Dr. Jessica Kriegel · Apr 21, 2026 · 5m

In today's episode from Jessica's appearance on the Virtual Campfire Podcast:

Usually, layoffs are conducted with a long, secretive process by executives and lasting trauma for the company.

By dealing with the situation differently -- being transparent with employees about the upcoming layoffs -- things played out for the better.

Some people left on their own terms; others became even more loyal to the company. And everyone was better off for the transparent approach.

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