3 tips for creating trust between staff members

It isn’t always easy to trust the people you work with. Trust is developed over time and it creates stronger bonds amongst your staff. If your team isn’t a cohesive unit, it’s time for that to change. Here are some ways you can help your team come together, trust each other, and be successful.

Put the right people in charge: When picking leaders for your team, you need to select those employees who have grown while helping others succeed as well. The perfect team leaders are those who are passionate in helping create new leaders for the future. That’s the kind of example you want to give your team: Someone who leads by example and has success on their mind. Find those that other employees will want to follow.

Lead the way: If the communication isn’t working, you’re going to have trust problems. When it comes to opening up the lines of communication, you have to be the example for your team to follow. If you’re not accessible, then your team won’t be either. Keep your door open, start the conversation, and always be honest with your team.

Shift gears: Sometimes it’s hard to trust someone that you’re not directly involved with on a regular basis. That’s why it helps to get out of the office every once in a while. Planning an outing or volunteer opportunity will give the team a chance to interact with each other in non-work environment. As your employees begin to know each other better, it will be a lot easier for trust to grow.