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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. Teammates are vulnerable with one another; they are confident that their respective vulnerabilities will not be used against them.” 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. Teammates are vulnerable with one another; they are confident that their respective vulnerabilities will not be used against them.”

Patrick Lencioni

About This Quote

Source Book: The Five Dysfunctions of a Team, 2002

Trust arises when teammates view each other’s intentions as positive and feel safe sharing vulnerabilities.

In simple terms: Trust is safety in sharing vulnerabilities.

Key Takeaway

Build trust by encouraging openness and goodwill.

Themes

trust vulnerability teamwork

Mood

supportive confident

Type

leadership team dynamics

When to use this quote

  • team building workshops
  • feedback sessions
  • conflict resolution

Key Concepts

psychological safety collaborative culture leadership

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you demonstrate trust in your team?
  • What safeguards protect against misuse of vulnerability?
A Different Perspective

Trust can be fragile and require ongoing effort.

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