Why trust is essential

In any workplace, trust is required for effective teamwork. When authentic trust is embedded in your team dynamics and organizational culture, stronger business results will follow.  

Trust is the foundation for:

• Effective communication

• Innovation

• Collaboration

• Building a deeper sense of belonging for team members

 Research has shown that by building a high-trust company, you can:

• Reduce stress in staff by up to 74%

• Boost energy levels of the people by 106% at work

• Enhance productivity by 50%

• Reduce sick days by 13%

• Increase engagement by 74%

Who wouldn’t want these results in their organization?

As a leader, you must understand the nuances of building trust in your team and organization. Building trust is an ongoing process.  Also, it can be built and diminished based on your actions and responses. When done right, trust can create a sustaining positive work environment. In the following posts, we will outline practical steps to build trust within your teams and organization.