TRUST IS THE HARDEST THING TO FIND AND THE EASIEST THING TO LOSE

According to Forbes magazine, trust “enables people to do business with one another.” That is a fascinating concept. In fact, there is a percentage value associated with trust…99.5%. This means that for every dollar you or your firm sells or raises, more than 99 cents comes from the fact that someone trusts you. https://www.forbes.com/2006/09/22/trust-economy-markets-tech_cx_th_06trust_0925harford.html THIS IS A VERY POWERFUL CONCEPT This statistic may not be totally accurate; however, even if it is partially true, this factoid should give everyone pause. Think about your friends, business associates. Those whom you respect. Is trust tied into any of these choices? Yes, it…

A SNAKE IN YOUR WOODPILE

Trust can be a very delicate construct. Every day we make choices about who we can and cannot trust, and if we can, how much trust we should extend. Hopefully when it comes to family, we have more latitude to rely on one another. However, when it comes to work, it is best to be on one’s guard. That’s not to say one should be completely skeptical of others’ intentions when it comes to one’s best interests. Perhaps consider being observantly wary of others until they either earn more of your trust or, conversely, prove themselves to be untrustworthy. At…

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Honesty … Is It Always the Best Policy?

Most would agree that honesty is the best policy. But, how many times have you been guilty of “modifying” the truth a little to avoid hurting someone’s feelings? Being completely and totally honest is appropriate in instances, but, think about it… honesty is really about packaging. Sometimes, the truth is easier to swallow wrapped in a sugar coating. For instance, when asked by the co-worker who is wearing a see-through blouse and bootie shorts, “Do you like this outfit?” Or when your girlfriend asks, “Were you just checking her out?” What do you say in these types of situations? The…