Rebuilding Trust - Jen Wilson on Strategy For Change with Nik Michael

In this conversation, I sit down with Jen Wilson to explore how trust is rebuilt inside teams and why real organizational change always starts with the internal work we’re often tempted to avoid. We talk about what actually makes teams function well—being aligned around a shared outcome, doing the deeper personal and collective work, and creating a common language that allows for honest, courageous conversations. Jen also shares how practical structures, like how meetings are truly used, can either support or undermine trust and effectiveness.We then dig into a question I see come up again and again with leaders: why so many people understand what needs to change but struggle to follow through. Jen offers a powerful perspective on the fears that quietly get in the way, including the fear of failure, the fear of being seen, and the late-night “3 a.m. thoughts” that surface when the pressure of leadership feels overwhelming. This episode is for leaders and teams who want to build trust, improve team dynamics, and lead with greater clarity, self-awareness, and courage.