You haven't got a best friend in business

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.

What advice did the manager give about having a best friend in business?

Why is it important not to share sensitive information outside the senior management team?

Can you describe a situation where sensitive information was leaked in an organization?

What does the speaker mean by saying 'you have colleagues and absolutely work well together'?

How should one handle conversations about sensitive or strategic matters in a business setting?