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“Trust is the confidence among team members that their peers' intentions are good, and that there is no reason to be protective or careful around the group. In essence, teammates are not comfortable being vulnerable with one another.” quote by Patrick Lencioni
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“Trust is the confidence among team members that their peers' intentions are good, and that there is no reason to be protective or careful around the group. In essence, teammates are not comfortable being vulnerable with one another.”

Patrick Lencioni

About This Quote

Source Book: The Five Dysfunctions of a Team, 2002

Trust is the belief that teammates act with good intentions, allowing openness and vulnerability without fear of exploitation.

In simple terms: Team members trust each other’s good intentions, enabling openness.

Key Takeaway

Foster open communication and shared purpose.

Themes

leadership teamwork trust vulnerability psychological safety

Mood

supportive reflective encouraging

Type

motivational practical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • project meetings
  • remote collaborations
  • team-building retreats
  • conflict resolution sessions

Key Concepts

organizational behavior social capital group dynamics

Questions to Reflect On

  • What actions build trust in your team?
  • How do you recover when trust is broken?
A Different Perspective

Trust can be fragile and may be broken by past betrayals.

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