The choice to disclose trade secrets
There is a term "trade secrets." Perhaps I am a bit prejudiced, but I find this term somewhat stingy. Of course, I understand that in some industries, there are recipes that cannot be disclosed. There are certainly cases where it would be the end of the world if it were imitated. However, looking at the real estate industry, there are many times when I wonder if it is really necessary to hide so much. Blogs and seminars say, "We will teach you our know-how," but when it comes to the important part, the conversation gets muddled or ends with, "What follows is a company secret," or "For details, please consult with us individually. To be honest, I feel that this is unkind. I read blogs to learn about know-how. I take the time to...
