Posts by Eric Lott
Trust is critical for you, your team and your organization
Trust is critical for you, your team and your organization It has long been understood that trust has value. In response to an open-ended question about the importance of trust, leaders we interview overwhelmingly state that trust is either “important,” “extremely important,” or “the most important thing” for them as leaders. But why does it…
Read MoreDarryl talks about Trust with Tsitsi Mutend on Enterprising Families Podcast
Rebuilding Trust in 21st Century Policing and Communities
“Many people in Canada don’t feel protected by the police. In fact, they’re afraid of them.” Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, May 2020 The Canadian Prime Minister has publicly acted to seek “concrete actions” from the police and justice systems in order to move forward on eliminating systemic discrimination and making real change in…
Read MoreMending the social fabric of communities through Trust building
Communities with higher trust levels are more resilient and successful. When difficult times arise these high trust communities tend to rally, share resources, and look out for one another. Unfortunately trust levels have been in decline around the world for some time now. According to the Edelman Trust Barometer this has been particularly true in…
Read MoreThe fatal cost of failed trust: Rebuilding trust in the police
The month of July 2016 saw a remarkable heightening of tensions between the police and black communities in the United States. The media has reported multiple police-related deaths of black men in highly public and questionable circumstances. These events continued an apparent trend of disturbing police actions with black casualties. The deaths triggered a series…
Read MoreHow to Build Trust in Hostile Environments
Listen to Morgane Michael and Darryl Stickel discuss building Trust in Hostile environments on the KindSight 101 podcast. KindSight 101 Podcast#65: How to Build Trust in Hostile Environments (With Dr. Darryl Stickel)
Read MoreBuilding Trust at Scale
Are you in denial about how much you are trusted? 95% of people believe they are more trustworthy than average. Spend 5 minutes to listen to Kelsey and Darryl talk about the subject at this disrupt HR conference and turn this deficiency into an opportunity to differentiate yourself.
Read MoreThe Biggest Mistake Leaders Make
The Biggest Mistake Leaders Make and How to Capitalize On It The higher we rise in organizations, the less direct control we have over outcomes. Leaders tend not to turn a wrench, make a sale, or deal directly with a customer. Leaders’ goals and aspirations depend on those they lead. Thus, the ability to develop,…
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