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Old 29th Aug 2019, 15:33
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Originally Posted by krismiler
Once proprietary information is shared outside the company’s control,
But was this WhatsApp post proprietary company information? It was something about his mental state that he shared with friends. Possibly not during working hours or on company property.

WhatsApp may be getting a raw deal here. What would one expect if a pilot shared his depression with a buddy over a pint at the pub? And his buddy subsequently called the airline and shared his concern?

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