Listen "The Behaviors of Trust"
Episode Synopsis
Register to be part of future conversations in real time hereOr schedule a time to talk directly to our team hereKey HighlightsThe Trust Equation: Understanding trust as a formula of credibility + reliability + intimacy divided by self-orientationActions speak louder than words: The four loudest things in leadership (in order):What leaders do (behaviors and actions)What leaders measureWhat leaders decide in crucial momentsWhat leaders sayBuilding trust through the trifecta of relationship development:Congratulations - recognizing what matters to othersGratitude - expressing specific appreciationInvitation - bringing others into your worldTrust is gained in inches and lost in miles - the importance of consistent, intentional behaviorsRelational closeness leads to clarity - understanding what truly matters to othersThe five levels of trust (referenced from a Field Note) as a framework for assessing relationship depthNotable Quotes"When it comes to trust, everybody's from Missouri - they're from the 'Show Me' state.""What gets modeled gets mirrored.""The things that somebody says are actually the fourth loudest thing that you will see from them.""What gets measured gets done. The problem with that statement is, it's usually the only thing that gets done.""Closeness leads to clarity."Featured SpeakerEric Springer is an Executive Coach at CRA | Admired Leadership. He brings a unique perspective from his background as a retired Air Force Colonel with experience in special operations. Eric specializes in helping leaders build high-trust environments that drive both team performance and followership. His military experience in high-risk environments has given him firsthand insight into the critical importance of trust in leadership.Resources MentionedField Note: "The Five Levels of Trust" - framework for assessing trust in relationshipsThe Trust Equation - credibility + reliability + intimacy ÷ self-orientationThe "Circle of Trust" concept from the movie "Meet the Parents"
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