[This is an essay series by Donald Tanguay, co-founder of Spring, based on his time at Google. Full bio at the end.]
ME: Why is trust so important to a relationship?
GEMINI: Trust is a fundamental aspect of any healthy relationship and is essential for its growth, development, and longevity. It allows partners to feel safe and comfortable sharing their thoughts, feelings, and vulnerabilities. Trust also helps to resolve conflicts and encourages open and honest communication.
ME: That’s pretty spot on. Nice job, Gemini. 👏
We all vaguely know that trust is important to any relationship, and that includes our work relationships. We also know that trust takes time to build, but can be lost quickly. If you’re starting a new position, start building up the trust now with your new colleagues. You’ll want it in place before you actually need it.
Here are 4 behaviors I’ve found really help to build trust in the workplace.