In this episode of Omni-Leadership, host Kevin Adamson opens up about a defining moment in his career: a time when he had to deliver bad news to his team after being given incorrect information. He candidly shares how this experience, even though it wasn't his fault, shattered his credibility and taught him a harsh lesson about trust.

This episode explores the pivotal role of honesty and transparency in effective leadership. Kevin highlights how trust is the foundation of a positive team culture, improved performance, and psychological safety.

Key Takeaways:

• Honesty is the foundation: Trust is built on a leader's commitment, trustworthiness, and reliability.
• Mistakes are inevitable: As leaders, we will all face moments where our judgment is tested or trust is broken. It's how you handle it that matters.
• Transparency builds trust: When you don't have all the answers, it's okay to say, "I don't know, but I'm looking into it."
• The path to rebuilding: A steadfast commitment to truth and transparency is the only way to rebuild trust after it has been lost.

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• Next Episode Sneak Peek: Join us next time as we discuss the practical steps to building and repairing trust with our teams.