You haven't got a best friend in business

You haven't got a best friend in business

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The speaker shares a lesson learned early in their career about the importance of maintaining professional boundaries in business. A manager advised that in senior roles, one cannot have a best friend in the organization due to the need for confidentiality and strategic decision-making. The speaker recounts a real-life example where a breach of confidentiality occurred, emphasizing the importance of keeping sensitive discussions within the senior management team.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What key lesson did the speaker's manager impart about business relationships?

Always have a best friend in the organization.

Maintain professional boundaries and avoid best friends in business.

Focus solely on making friends at work.

Share all information with colleagues.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why is it advised not to have a best friend in business according to the speaker?

To encourage more social interactions.

To make the workplace more competitive.

To ensure sensitive information is not leaked.

Because friends can help in spreading information quickly.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What potential risk is associated with sharing sensitive information with colleagues?

It helps in building trust among team members.

It ensures everyone is informed.

It might result in the information being spread widely.

It can lead to better team collaboration.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What real-life scenario did the speaker describe to illustrate the importance of confidentiality?

A successful team project.

A promotion announcement.

A team-building exercise.

A strategic decision being leaked in a restaurant.

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What should be the approach when dealing with sensitive or strategic matters in business?

Discuss them openly with all colleagues.

Announce them in a team meeting.

Keep the conversation within the senior management team.

Share them with your best friend at work.