Learn why trust is the foundation of great leadership and how to achieve trustworthiness for yourself. You must earn trust before you can expect others to give it. Authority levels don't grant it. Only behaviors and actions establish it.

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Building Trust
as a
Leader

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Every great leader’s
ability to impact
others is built on
trust

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According to a recent
international survey, 33%
of employees don’t trust
the companies they work
for
Source: 2016 Edelman Trust Barometer

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High trust
companies are 3 times
more profitable than
the S&P average
Source: Great Place to Work Institute & Fortune

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effective leader?
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Adopt any of the
following 5 behaviors
and start building
trust

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Trust Building is a State of Mind
Know your employees and
what is important to them
5 Behaviors that will Improve Yours
Look for core drivers and career aspirations

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Trust Building is a State of Mind
Take an interest in their views,
ideas and suggestions
5 Behaviors that will Improve Yours
Listening shows you care! You might also
learn something valuable

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Trust Building is a State of Mind
Be consistent with decisions and
actions
5 Behaviors that will Improve Yours
People simply want to know what to expect

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Trust Building is a State of Mind
Balance acknowledgement with
criticism
5 Behaviors that will Improve Yours
Just a little more acknowledgement goes a long way

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Trust Building is a State of Mind
Model the behavior you expect
from them
5 Behaviors that will Improve Yours
Employees watch what you do more than
listen to what you say

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Nothing demonstrates
trust building like
actions that reflect
interest and integrity

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6 Actions that Demonstrate Trust
Help them achieve the success
they want
Look for ways to support rather than challenge

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6 Actions that Demonstrate Trust
Do what you say you will do
You may not say this as important but they do!

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6 Actions that Demonstrate Trust
Admit your mistakes
Honesty and humility build credibility

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6 Actions that Demonstrate Trust
Be honest and open
Your openness invites others to do the same

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6 Actions that Demonstrate Trust
Gather information before
making judgements
Considered decision are respected even if they are disliked

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6 Actions that Demonstrate Trust
Show respect for everyone
The respect you show a single employee is not
only appreciated by them but valued by the rest
of your team

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Building trust is about
behaving and acting
trustworthy.
What behaviors and actions
will you adopt?

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