OPEN HANDBOOKS

Summary from the TLDR Founders newsletter

The trend of startups publishing open handbooks is gaining momentum, with companies like GitLab and Basecamp leading the way. These public handbooks offer transparency into company operations, values, and processes. While this approach carries potential risks, it can also generate buzz, streamline onboarding, and foster continuous improvement. Founders considering this strategy should weigh the benefits of transparency against competitive and confidentiality concerns.