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The Trust Equation: The Secret to Building Trust (Part 2 of 3)

Writer: Mark Slatin
Mark Slatin
6 days ago
1 min read

Trust is the currency of leadership.

The most effective leaders don't power their way through initiatives. They build trust as a way of influencing. In this solo episode, I walk through the Trust Equation, which first appeared in The Trusted Advisor.

Originally aired August 31, 2023 as Episode 48 of The Trusted Guide Podcast (then The Delighted Customers Podcast).

What we cover

  • The four variables of trustworthiness: credibility, reliability, intimacy, and self-orientation

  • Why businesses that cultivate trust outperform their competitors

  • Practical tips for becoming more trustworthy

Influence without authority

This framework shaped how I think about leading change without formal authority. It's simple to understand and a lifetime to practice, which is exactly why it's so useful.

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If this conversation was useful, you'll find more like it in The Trusted Guide Newsletter: practical insights on trust, influence, and leading change.

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