Paper Napkin Wisdom - Podcast And Blog For Entrepreneurs, Leaders And Difference-makers

 In Episode 229 of Paper Napkin Wisdom, Govindh Jayaraman sits down with the remarkable Sheelagh Whittaker — a trailblazer in Canadian business, a bold thinker, and a woman whose leadership career spans from her time as CEO of EDS Canada to boardroom seats at global giants like Imperial Oil, RBC, and CanWest. Sheelagh is not only known for her business acumen but also for her candid style and fearless authenticity.  Her Paper Napkin wisdom?  “Tell the truth quickly.”  Simple. Sharp. And as Sheelagh explains, it’s a principle that has shaped her entire career.  “The longer you wait to tell the truth, the worse it gets,” she says. “And it never gets better. Ever.”  What unfolds in this episode is not just the rationale behind that one-liner, but a deeply inspiring conversation about the power of truth in leadership, the role of transparency in building trust, and why clarity — delivered swiftly — can be your greatest asset as a leader.  Truth as a Business Strategy  For Sheelagh, honesty isn't ju