How many of the following behaviors are you practicing building more trust with your teams?
The 13 Behaviors of High-Trust Leaders, as outlined in Stephen M.R. Covey’s book “The Speed of Trust,” are principles and actions that leaders can adopt to build and maintain trust within their organizations and relationships. These behaviors are:
1. Talk Straight.
2. Demonstrate Respect.
3. Create Transparency.
4. Right Wrongs.
5. Show Loyalty.
6. Deliver Results.
7. Get Better.
8. Confront Reality.
9. Clarify Expectations.
10. Practice Accountability.
11. Listen First.
12. Keep Commitments.
13. Extend Trust to Others.
These behaviors are not only applicable to leadership but can also be valuable in building trust in personal relationships and within teams.
By practicing these behaviors, leaders can create an environment of trust that fosters collaboration, engagement, and high performance.
