Mergers & Acquisitions

In a merger or acquisition, executive communication isn't just important-it's everything. Every word, every promise, and every "offhand remark" is scrutinized, interpreted, and remembered.

"Merger & Acquisition Communication Rules for the Acquirer's Executives," has some great nuggets on Communication Do's and Don'ts 

Some  Key Takeaways:

• Don't ad lib. Plan your words-every comment counts.

• Promise change, not stability-you can keep that promise.

• Skip the spin. Sugarcoating erodes trust faster than silence.

• Embrace transparency over popularity. People can handle the truth.

• Remember: talk is cheap-actions are the real message.

Share your insights below on how leaders can get it right ⇓⇓⇓

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Marilyn Wamalwa
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You need to run all communications through native speakers for all persons involved before they are released.  There are nuances in idioms that do not translate well.  Tone is also a dangerous area for misunderstanding as well as custom.  It's all weel and good to deliver messages wd in the language of the speaker or author but a phrase could be considered an insult particularly in the tense atmosphere for most employees involved in a merger or acquisition.  They will be reading through the lines for impact.  Clear simple statements are required to avoid these pitfalls.

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Frank Gorman, Former ACMP Board Member, Transformation Consultant
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