Success is no matter of luck. Anyone who aims for long-term success in collaboration needs trust and trust only grows through honesty and transparency.
At METZEN, we experience this time and again.
Take one example: during the coronavirus crisis, global supply chains came to a standstill and projects were at risk. Yet we successfully completed a multi-million-euro project in the circular economy. Our customer never once asked whether there might be delays.
Why? Because there was trust and because we reinforced that trust with reliability, commitment and creative solutions.
Why Transparency Lasts Longer
The principle behind it is as old as it is simple: “Lies have short legs.”
The proverb, first recorded in the 18th century, perfectly expresses that untruths have only a limited reach. Those who try to conceal information may gain a short-term advantage, but in the long run, they are always caught up by it.
Transparency, on the other hand, creates stability. It forms the foundation for genuine, resilient relationships. Whether with customers, partners or within teams.
Other cultures share this truth too. In English and Italian, similar sayings exist, and one African proverb puts it beautifully: “With a lie you can eat once, but not twice.”
Honesty Is Not Always Comfortable – But Always Effective
In business, the temptation is great to say what others want to hear. That may create short-term harmony, but real, lasting relationships only grow where communication is honest, open and reliable – even when it feels uncomfortable.
Those who chase short-term success may win the sprint. Those who act transparently and consistently win the marathon and remain successful in the long run.
Trust as a Success Factor
In a world that is changing faster than ever, transparent communication has become more important than ever before. It provides clarity and fosters confidence. Trust is the foundation of sustainable success.
At METZEN, we live by this principle. We build relationships with our customers that grow and endure, because only on this basis can high-quality, reliable and successful project solutions be created.
