My #1 goes to my personal experiences on group communication, trust, learning opportunities, transparency & "evolution of technology". I've ALWAYS had horrible

My #1 goes to my personal experiences on group communication, trust, learning opportunities, transparency & "evolution of technology". I've ALWAYS had horrible experiences just even trying to do my job or make a small improvement with technology groups in large organizations. I've NEVER had problems getting my job done, improving things or finding an opportunity to do/learn something new in a "small" 1 ~ 200 member technology group. I don't see why #2 is idiotic. Simply put, don't look like a cost to be cut & you're less likely to be. Again, FWIW - these are my own personal and admittedly biased "rules" they've served me well. Your mileage may vary;)