192.Trust Fail: A Company's Biggest Liability

Send us Fan Mail🔗 Links for today’s episode:Blog post for today: https://www.kathieowen.com/blog/two-faced-hrLinks for Kathie: https://www.kathieowen.com/linksBuilding Trust in the Workplace: Transparency, Empathy, and Ethical LeadershipIn this episode of Kathie's coaching podcast, we dive deep into the essence of trust in the workplace.Join me, Kathie Owen, as we explore what trust is, how to foster it, and the cascading effects when it's broken. I'll share a personal story about a failed company Thanksgiving luncheon, highlighting the pitfalls of poor communication and lack of inclusion.We'll discuss practical steps to build and maintain trust through transparency, active listening, empathy, ethical leadership, and more. We'll also touch on the importance of inclusive policies, consistent follow-through, and continuous improvement.This episode provides actionable insights for HR representatives, corporate executives, and anyone interested in creating a healthier, happier workplace. Don't forget to subscribe and hit the bell icon to stay updated. Peace out and Namaste.00:00 Introduction to Trust in the Workplace 00:44 A Thanksgiving Luncheon Gone Wrong 03:35 The Snowball Effect of Broken Trust 05:00 Building Trust Through Transparency 07:58 Active Listening and Empathy 10:03 Ethical Leadership and Accountability 11:30 Chief Encouragement Officer Mentality 13:45 Fair and Inclusive Policies 15:37 Consistent Follow Through 19:32 Continuous Improvement 22:34 Conclusion and Final ThoughtsThe Kathie Owen PerspectiveHelping leaders, founders, and professionals recognize the human patterns that shape leadership, culture, communication, and emotional regulation under pressure.🌐 Website: https://www.kathieowen.com📖 Articles & Bonus Resources: https://www.kathieowen.com/blog🎤 Human Patterns Under Pressure Live Join an upcoming live event to explore leadership psychology, nervous system regulation, and the hidden patterns that influence performance, relationships, and workplace culture.📱 Connect with Kathie: • LinkedIn • YouTube • Facebook • Instagram • PinterestIf this episode helped you see something differently, please follow the podcast, leave a review, and share it with someone who could benefit from the conversation.Pressure doesn't define us. It reveals the patterns we've yet to observe.