Building Trust as a New Executive: The First Step to Success

Trust Tips: Rock Your New Executive Role

??Building Trust with a New Team??

Trust is the first step and the central pillar of a great team.

Patrick Lencioni's book "The Five Dysfunctions of a Team" states that trust is the foundation of any successful team.

Leading a new or larger team can make new executives nervous.

There is considerable pressure to earn trust and inspire the team.

To handle this, executives should focus on open communication, showing their leadership skills, and creating a team spirit.

Companies can help by providing "New Leader Assimilations" to expedite the trust barrier.

??Open Communication??

Open communication is one of the best ways to build trust.

When I start a new role, I first communicate my focus during my first 90 days.

I meet with my direct reports, key stakeholders, and clients to ensure they know my focus.

I tell them my style is listening, learning, and then providing my opinions.

I value what they have created and seek to make it even more remarkable.

This approach gives the people around me a sense of trust and camaraderie.

The worst thing a new leader can do is leave everyone guessing what they will do in their initial first months.

This uncertainty builds anxiety for those around you.

Regular meetings and one-on-one talks can help keep this communication flowing, ensuring everyone feels heard and understood.

??Showing Leadership Skills??

Actions speak louder than words.

New executives must show leadership skills by making good decisions, being consistent, and caring about their team.

When a leader makes choices that help the team and the company, it builds confidence.

Also, understanding and caring about the team members' problems and successes can strengthen the bond between the leader and the team.

??Creating a Team Spirit??

Creating a team spirit is critical to building trust. Encouraging teamwork, celebrating individual and group achievements, and ensuring everyone feels important can boost the team’s morale.

Using collaboration tools and organizing regular team-building activities can help create a robust and supportive team atmosphere.

??Company Support??

Companies play a significant role in helping new executives build trust with their teams.

Companies can give their leaders the tools to succeed by providing a "New Leader Assimilation" session during the first week in their new role.

Encouraging team-building activities also helps create a sense of unity and trust within the team.

??Conclusion??

Building trust with a new team is essential for any executive’s success.

By focusing on open communication, showing leadership skills, and creating a team spirit, new leaders can earn their team’s trust and inspire them to do great things.

Companies can support this journey by offering resources and opportunities to grow.

As Patrick Lencioni describes, trust is the foundation of teamwork. With trust in place, everything else can follow.

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