Organizational trust is a function of the relationships between the individuals that comprise it. The stronger the individual bonds, the greater the likelihood that trust will flourish. That’s just common sense. What we tend to overlook is that the number of bonds is just as important as the strength of each individual bond. This is where the network you build becomes important. The more connections you make and broker, the stronger the foundation for trust within the organization becomes.
Reach out and nourish the connections in your network. It might take some extra work, but the relationships you create will serve not only the organization but you, as well. That’s a rant for another day, though. Today, focus on making new connections to widen your circle of influence. Be the person who can bring others together, the strong link that holds the chain together. The future of your organization may very well depend on it.
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