Cost Quote by Stephen Covey
“Trust is a powerful accelerator to performance and when trust goes up, speed also goes up while cost comes down - producing what we call a trust dividend.”
About This Quote
Source Book: "The Speed of Trust" by Stephen M. Covey, 2006
Trust speeds up collaboration, reduces costs, and creates a measurable benefit called a trust dividend.
In simple terms: Trust improves speed and cuts costs, creating a dividend.
Key Takeaway
Build and maintain trust for better outcomes.
Themes
trust
efficiency
leadership
Mood
inspirational
practical
Type
business
motivational
When to use this quote
- team projects
- business negotiations
- customer relations
- leadership development
Key Concepts
organizational behavior
social capital
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you cultivate trust quickly?
- What are the risks of over‑reliance on trust?
A Different Perspective
Trust can be fragile and hard to rebuild once broken.
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