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“Trust is not simply a matter of truthfulness, or even constancy. It is also a matter of amity and goodwill. We trust those who have our best interests at heart, and mistrust those who seem deaf to our concerns.” quote by Gary Hamel
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“Trust is not simply a matter of truthfulness, or even constancy. It is also a matter of amity and goodwill. We trust those who have our best interests at heart, and mistrust those who seem deaf to our concerns.”

Gary Hamel

About This Quote

Trust combines honesty with goodwill; we trust those who care about our interests and distrust those indifferent to us.

In simple terms: Trust = truth + goodwill.

Key Takeaway

Value caring relationships.

Themes

trust goodwill relationships

Mood

analytical thoughtful

Type

business philosophical

When to use this quote

  • teamwork
  • leadership
  • customer relations
  • friendships

Key Concepts

psychology ethics

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you assess goodwill?
  • When should trust be rebuilt?
A Different Perspective

May be naive about motives.

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