Do not assume anything negative
According to the TED project blog, misunderstandings and lack of mutual trust are often rooted in the fact that people assume negative intentions in one another. Learn not to do that, and rather view your subordinates in a positive light.
Give employees enough room for their own initiative
You can never build rapport with your employees if you do not allow them sufficient room for their own initiative and independent work.
Communicate in a transparent manner
Be transparent in your communication. Do not withhold key information from your employees and keep your promises.
Do not avoid difficult topics
In relationships based on trust, there are no unspoken fears, hidden problems or skeletons in the cupboard. Therefore you must talk also about difficult topics openly with your team, even though it may be rather uncomfortable at the given moment.
Admit mistakes
Do not try to seem like someone who is perfect. If you make a mistake, admit it. You will thus come across more like a real human being and your subordinates will appreciate your honesty.
Follow the rules you give to your subordinates
If you require your team follow certain rules, you must always serve as a role model. Therefore you yourself must always strictly follow whatever it is you are demanding from your employees.
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