Four Elements of Trust.

The Ken Blanchard Companies has an interesting workshop on trust. The Workshop model discovers the ABCD's of trust. It's highlights the following four elements of trust:

• Able: demonstrates competence, expertise, experience, and capability in getting the desired results accomplished
• Believable: walks the talk of a core set of values, demonstrates honesty, and uses fair, equitable practices
• Connected: interacts with staff, communicates and shares relevant information, provides praise, and gives recognition
• Dependable: is accountable, takes responsibility for own actions, and consistently follows up

As we are all aware trust is the foundation of all effective leadership, however trust does not just happen. It’s something that a leader must consciously and constantly work on developing. When it comes to developing trust, actions matter! “…people need to see trust in action more that they need to hear about it.” It’s only as leader’s act in a trustworthy manner, by example that trust is developed.

Without trust effective leadership is impossible. Consider the following:

• Consider the four elements of trust how do you and other leaders in your organization rate?
• What impact does this level of trust have on your ability to lead?
• What action can you take this week to improve the level of trust?