Indicator 3.02 Use communication skills to foster open, honest communications.
Impact of providing false or misleading information
Potential impact of providing half-truths
Providing information out of context can impact honest communications
Withholding information can be harmful
Topics that should not be discussed with a competitor Prices Products and services Business practices Territories Distribution Channels Customers
Topics that should be avoided with coworkers
Importance of a business’s proprietary information
Examples of a business’s proprietary information
Why employees should avoid posting company information in chat rooms, forums, or blogs
Need to follow company policy regarding communications with the media
Employee practices that would hamper confidentiality
Methods businesses use to protect their proprietary information