Mutual trust Quote by Gene Kim
““Five Dysfunctions of a Team, by Patrick Lencioni. He writes that in order to have mutual trust, you need to be vulnerable.””
About This Quote
Source Book: The Five Dysfunctions of a Team, 2002
Team trust requires members to show vulnerability, allowing honest communication and stronger collaboration.
In simple terms: Be open to build trust.
Key Takeaway
Show vulnerability to build trust.
Themes
teamwork
trust
leadership
Mood
reflective
encouraging
Type
leadership
team‑building
When to use this quote
- team meetings
- project planning
- performance reviews
Key Concepts
psychological safety
vulnerability
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you foster safe vulnerability in your team?
- What risks exist when sharing weaknesses?
A Different Perspective
Vulnerability can be misused or cause discomfort.
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