
47A CULTURE OF ABSOLUTE HONESTY
cants who emulate Johnny Cochran with an ‘‘in-your-face’’ verbal
confrontation style. However, if you want to cultivate a working
environment where people will tell the truth when the truth needs
to be told, make it a hiring practice to view outspokenness and
plain speaking as valuable assets.
䉱 Clearly state and publish what you want. If you want people to be
candid and forthright, let them know—and remind them often that
such behavior is condoned and desired. Follow Intel’s example
and be sure to publicize company values and the expectations
supporting cultural honesty through the mission statement, the
employee handbook, ...