Ditch Your Doubt: How Unconditional Trust Revolutionizes Leadership
Saurel Quettan
Executive Leadership Coach | I help executives & senior leaders empower their teams to master effective communication by enhancing emotional intelligence and critical soft skills. Book your FREE strategy session below ??
In the intricate dance of relationships, we often cling to the age-old belief that we must earn trust
As leaders, our instinct might caution us against such openness. Evolution honed us to be alert and skeptical. While vital for survival, this protective mechanism can also be a barrier in business, where the cycle of doubt limits our capacity to build robust, trust-based relationships
Imagine, then, transforming our approach to trust. Consider trust as a gift—an offering we extend to others, acknowledging our inherent cautious nature without letting it dictate our interactions. This act of granting trust is a powerful declaration: 'Despite my instincts, I choose to trust.' This choice isn't just a shift in strategy; it's a personal evolution, a step towards vulnerability and courage that can enhance our leadership skills and professional growth
When we decide to trust, we invite a reciprocal exchange. We set a stage for openness and mutual respect
Thus, trust should not be viewed merely as something to gain but as something we actively create. It is a testament to our capacity to rise above our instincts and forge more profound, meaningful connections. This proactive stance on trust enriches our relationships. It propels our business forward, fostering an environment ripe for collaboration
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In the final analysis, trust is more than a social currency—it is a foundational element of human interaction that we can bestow. By redefining trust as a gift rather than a wage, we unlock the potential for deeper, more authentic relationships. This perspective empowers us to deal with the complexities of human interactions more gracefully and effectively redefine what it means to be a practitioner on the Authentic Leadership Journey.
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CEO of Leave Your Marc Global/ Sales and Recruitment Manager of Durhams Cleaning Services/ Communications and Community Chair of YE Foundation
10 个月Seeing trust as a gift in lieu of a wage is a huge paradigm shift! I love that!
Executive Leadership Coach | I help executives & senior leaders empower their teams to master effective communication by enhancing emotional intelligence and critical soft skills. Book your FREE strategy session below ??
10 个月My dear friend Eugenia reposted this article and had this to say: "I always say that I go much harder for those who trust me unconditionally! However, my unease with being vulnerable keeps me from trusting others ??%. In the rare instances that I do and they come through, it is indeed magical ?? . Definitely have me thinking about the way I am with not just my family but also in business. I'm going to work on adding more trust and less skepticism. I believe and practice "Trust but Verify," but then is that replacing vulnerability? ??." - Eugenia Hamlett
Associate Broker at Corporate Real Estate Advisors/ITRA Global Atlanta
10 个月Saurel Quettan In my business I follow "trust but verify." I always want to see the good in people and for them to see it in me. I can say, that I have worked with many more trustworthy people than not - and for that I am grateful.
Executive Leadership Coach | I help executives & senior leaders empower their teams to master effective communication by enhancing emotional intelligence and critical soft skills. Book your FREE strategy session below ??
10 个月Thanks a ton for sharing my article on trust, Naromy! It’s great to have your partnership in spreading the word. ??
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10 个月I love this message! I can intstantly see how this works when I feel trusted...so of course it works when I trust. Do you have a story how this has worked well for you Saurel Quettan?