Code of conduct, CEO community
Version 1.2
This document is not a legal contract. It is a set of agreements we make together to keep the group safe, valuable and accessible. When you join, you confirm that you have read it and intend to live by it.
Why this document exists
This community exists to help each other become better entrepreneurs. Not to sell to each other, not to network for leads, and not to be a showcase. That only works if everyone feels safe enough to be honest, including about doubts, mistakes and the fear of failing. This document describes what that takes.
Core principles
1. Confidentiality
What is said in the group stays in the group. No names, no details, no screenshots shared outside the group, not with your partner, friends or other entrepreneurs either, unless the person involved gives permission themselves.
Sessions are never recorded, not even for personal use. No audio recordings to listen back to later or to turn into a summary, with AI or otherwise. What is said is meant to be heard and reflected on in the moment, not captured.
An exception to this is the online training: it will be recorded so those who couldn't attend can watch it afterwards.
2. No selling, no recruiting
This group is not a sales channel. You don't pitch products, services or “opportunities” to other members. If a natural collaboration grows out of a conversation, that's great, but it is never the purpose of a session.
3. Showing up and commitment
You commit to being there consistently, not casually now and then. Can't make it once? Let us know in advance, even at the last minute, but do let us know.
Concretely: if you miss two sessions in a row without letting us know beforehand, the facilitator will get in touch to check whether taking part is still feasible or wanted. If you miss more than three sessions within six months without notice, we'll discuss together whether your place in the group still makes sense, for you and for the others.
4. Honesty over impressing
This group is not a place to show how well things are going. Doubts, mistakes and uncertainty are welcome, and even encouraged. Whoever shows vulnerability gives others the room to do the same.
5. Respectful feedback
Feedback may be confronting, but it is always aimed at growth, never at tearing someone down. Judging the person has no place here, feedback on choices, ideas and approach does.
6. Wishing each other well
Everyone comes here to receive, but also to give. Listen actively, think along with other people's challenges, and share what you have learned yourself.
Photos and video during events
At some moments, certainly at informal events, a photo or video may be taken. Here too: that is your choice, not a given.
When you join, you indicate which of the following applies to you:
- Not on camera. I'd rather not be photographed or filmed. Others in the group take this into account.
- On camera, but not recognisable. Atmospheric shots where I might appear in the background are fine, but no close-ups or images where I'm clearly recognisable.
- Recognisable on camera, internal use only. Photos and video may be taken, including with me recognisable, but only for internal use within the community (e.g. sharing a look back with members).
- Recognisable on camera, external use too. Photos and video may also be used on the CEO website and social media, to promote the community.
Want to change your preference later? That's always possible, just let the facilitator know.
WhatsApp group
Every group has a WhatsApp group for practical arrangements and short peer support. Taking part is voluntary. If you don't join, you'll receive the same information by email. We agree on the following:
- Your phone number is visible to the other members of your group. Only use numbers for the group: no advertising or selling, and don't pass numbers on or add them to other groups or lists.
- The confidentiality of the sessions also applies in the chat. No screenshots outside the group.
- We discuss actual cases in the session, not in the chat.
- You can always mute the chat or leave the group. If you decide not to continue after your free session, or you end your membership, you leave the group.
- The facilitator manages the group and removes anyone who doesn't respect these agreements.
- WhatsApp is a service of Meta. Your data is processed there according to their own terms.
What happens in case of a breach
This document is not legally enforceable, and that is deliberate. The threshold lies elsewhere: whoever breaks confidentiality or structurally ignores these agreements loses their place in the group.
If there is doubt or a concrete problem, we always talk first, directly or through the facilitator, before anyone is asked to leave.
Confirmation
By taking part in this community, you confirm that you have read this document and commit to living by these agreements.