Start date
21/12/2024
End date
21/12/2024
Dr. Sohail Rao, Director of the Emerging Leadership Academy, Dow University of Health Sciences (DUHS) shared invaluable insights on fostering trust in team dynamics. Here are the highlights:
Trust as a Cornerstone for Success
Trust isn’t just important—it’s critical. According to a survey presented in the session, 91.7% of participants deemed trust essential for a team’s success. When trust flourishes, 62.5% identified enhanced team performance as its primary outcome.
Key Traits of Trust in Teams
* Integrity: 75% of attendees agreed that acting reliably and ethically defines trust.
* Open Communication: 41.7% emphasized this as the most critical factor in building trust.
Performance vs. Trust
Dr. Rao stressed the delicate balance: performance is objective and measurable, but trust is subjective and fragile. Once broken, it’s difficult to restore.
Lessons from Google’s Project Aristotle
The session referenced Google’s research on high-performing teams, which identified psychological safety, dependability, and shared purpose as key elements of a successful. team.
Actionable Takeaways
* Evaluate trust through specific behaviors like consistent communication and ethical actions.
* Use tools such as peer feedback and qualitative conversations to nurture trust.
* Always prioritize psychological safety in team environments.
Trust isn’t built overnight—it requires commitment, empathy, and shared values. Let’s carry these lessons forward to cultivate stronger, more cohesive teams!
To learn more about the Emerging Leadership Academy: https://www.duhs.edu.pk/emerging-leadership-academy/
To learn more about DUHS: https://www.duhs.edu.pk/
