Motivation How to Build Trust at Work
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How to Build Trust at Work
Summary:
As a manager, you may have all the skills needed to be effective, but without mutual trust between you and your employees, expanding and improving your business will be challenging.Keywords:
Build trust, trust, business trust, advice, work advice---
Article Body:
Being an accomplished and effective employer isn't enough. If there’s a lack of trust between you and your team, your chances of growing and enhancing your business are limited.
While it's not essential for employees to like their boss, it’s crucial they trust them. Without trust, leadership becomes ineffective, and employee motivation diminishes.
Truth and trust are closely linked. Years of honesty can be undone by a single lie, and rebuilding trust is a daunting task. Thus, it’s vital to be truthful. Avoid saying "I don’t know" when you actually do. Be direct about your intentions. When you say "No," mean it. Work is not a popularity contest; tasks must be completed, and goals achieved.
Being agreeable all the time can hinder your job performance and divert you from your actual objectives. Instead, be open to feedback from employees and colleagues. Accepting criticism can be difficult, especially when it’s negative, but as a leader, it’s essential. Encourage open discussions and consider new ideas and suggestions. If you’re a manager, decisions should still be based on the facts at hand.
Show your trust in action, not just words. Saying "I trust you" isn’t enough. Demonstrate it by assigning responsibilities and providing the necessary tools, like training and information, to help your team succeed.
Recognition is key. Acknowledge a job well done. Employees need to feel appreciated, especially in the workplace. Publicly recognize successful accomplishments and handle critiques privately. It’s human nature, and following this rule is important.
Research indicates that employees value more than just monetary compensation. They want to learn, take initiatives, and contribute to solving problems.
In summary, practice what you preach and be transparent in your actions. When you say "Yes" or "No," mean it. Set an example; if you enforce a rule at your company but don’t follow it yourself, the rule won’t last. Trust will quickly erode, making leadership a difficult task.
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