The Rules of Confidential Conversations How Sunshine, Chatham House, and Vegas rules shape confidentiality

I have been reflecting on the invisible agreements that shape our conversations. We assume we share the same understanding of what can be repeated, attributed, or kept private, but we rarely test those assumptions. When expectations differ, trust erodes, and we hesitate to think aloud. In this post, I introduce the Sunshine Rule, the Chatham House Rule, and the Vegas Rule—three rules that clarify expectations. You can read more in my blook.