Transparency Is the Job, Not a Nice to Have

Transparency sounds simple — until you actually have to live it.

In this raw and deeply honest episode, Josh Anderson and Bob Galen explore what real transparency in leadership looks like, why so many leaders avoid it, and how fear, ego, and storytelling get in the way. From sharing hard truths to navigating organizational risk, they unpack why transparency isn't just about honesty — it's about trust, respect, and the courage to stop filtering.

They challenge leaders to stop underestimating their teams and start leading with context, vulnerability, and clarity — even when it's uncomfortable. Because if you want people to act like adults, you have to treat them like adults.

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