Confidentiality protects information from disclosure to people who are not authorized to receive it. In management, it means handling sensitive employee and organizational matters carefully while still communicating what affected people need to know. section 4.5.3 section 13.3.2
Apply confidentiality through practical responsibilities:
- Share necessary outcomes without divulging specific details about an employee’s departure or performance problem. section 4.5.3
- Coordinate with human resources or legal teams when agreements, regulations, or legal constraints affect what can be communicated. section 4.5.3
- Discuss confidentiality and personal boundaries explicitly when establishing a mentor–mentee relationship. section 15.3.1
- Handle layoff planning information cautiously while treating people honestly and fairly. section 13.3.2
After an employee departure
Tell the team that the employee has departed, explain relevant workload changes, and redirect questions to human resources or legal advisers when necessary. Avoid revealing specific details, reinforce professionalism, and keep communication open. section 4.5.3
