The foundation of trust in a team is built on deep, interpersonal relationships. When team members understand and respect each other both personally and professionally, it leads to transformative team dynamics. This is anchored by 'psychological safety,' where conflicts are less intimidating and the fear of making mistakes is reduced, promoting open collaboration based on profound trust.

Trust begins with individuals connecting on a personal level, sharing their stories, and forming bonds beyond their professional roles. To build or rebuild trust, engaging in enjoyable activities outside of work can be effective. Various team-building activities, easily found online, help create a strong sense of unity, often more impactful than the work itself.

• Be honest
• Be transparent
• Share shortcomings
• Share concerns
• Help each other
• Be reliable
• Be forgiving
• Be open
• Ask for help
• Admit failure
• Keep a positive atmosphere