Having the trust of colleagues is at the foundation of success in any workplace. Without it, your colleagues might be hesitant to back your ideas and support you. Trust — or lack of it — can mean the difference between accomplishing your goals and falling short.
5 Techniques to Build Rapport with Your Colleagues
Lessons from a former CIA intelligence analyst.
September 30, 2021
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Summary.
So much of what we accomplish in the workplace relies on building relationships and having the trust of our colleagues, and when we take the time to connect and understand each other, we position ourselves for success. The author, a former CIA intelligence analyst, shares five techniques to help genuinely connect and build trust with colleagues: 1) Find ways to make yourself well rounded. 2) Don’t pretend to be someone you’re not. 3) Listen. 4) Give to get. 5) Take notes.