Ep #160: Do Your Employees Trust You? | The Science of Workplace Trust with Dr. Rob McKenna (Pt 1)

What does trust actually look like inside an organization — and can it be measured?In this episode of The H.I.T. Podcast, Toby Kennedy sits down with Dr. Rob McKenna, founder of Wild Leaders and author of the USA Today bestselling book Whole Leaders, Wild Trust.Dr. McKenna explains why trust is one of the most important—and most misunderstood—drivers of organizational success. More importantly, he shows how leaders can move beyond vague conversations about “culture” and begin measuring the specific behaviors that build trust.What We CoverWhat WILD stands for: Whole and Intentional Leader DevelopmentWhy trust is essential for performance, retention, and accountabilityThe Wild Trust Index, which measures 33 specific drivers of trustWhy leadership development is fundamentally trust-buildingHow job clarity creates accountability and confidenceThe importance of truth-telling and healthy conflictWhy emotional maturity is a foundational leadership skillA Powerful EndorsementDr. McKenna also shares how Stephen Covey, author of The Speed of Trust, wrote the foreword to his book after recognizing the importance of measuring the inputs that create trust—not just the outcomes.If you lead people, shape culture, or want to build a stronger organization, this episode offers practical, research-backed insights you can apply immediately.