February 13
Trust
In modern organisations and definitely in times of economical crisis, when one need to play short on the ball, enduring relationships and fast communications are paramount. Trust is an important ingredient of such productive relationships and communications.
Too often relationships and communications break down because we fail to trust the other. I observe too frequently how people and businesses miss opportunities because of this. At times we are prejudiced and stop giving the other credit. I believe there are four ingredients:
1. reliability: do you stick to commitments? are you on time? do you follow up? ...
2. acceptance: do you respect another's view? are you non-judgemental? do you allow mistakes? ...
3. congruence: do you walk your talk? are you sincere? do you not play games?... and
4. openess: are you clear on what you expect? are you straightforward? are you willing to hear what the other has to say? ...
These ingredients are simple and when applied, they improve our relationships and communications.
Have a go at them. Enjoy the week-end!
Chris
Too often relationships and communications break down because we fail to trust the other. I observe too frequently how people and businesses miss opportunities because of this. At times we are prejudiced and stop giving the other credit. I believe there are four ingredients:
1. reliability: do you stick to commitments? are you on time? do you follow up? ...
2. acceptance: do you respect another's view? are you non-judgemental? do you allow mistakes? ...
3. congruence: do you walk your talk? are you sincere? do you not play games?... and
4. openess: are you clear on what you expect? are you straightforward? are you willing to hear what the other has to say? ...
These ingredients are simple and when applied, they improve our relationships and communications.
Have a go at them. Enjoy the week-end!
Chris
