The importance of psychological trust in teams.

In any field, be it sports, business, or even personal development, trust is the foundation for high performance. Trusting oneself and others creates an environment that fosters growth, innovation, and success. This is why psychological trust is crucial in any high-performing team.

Psychological trust refers to the feeling of security and comfort team members experience with each other. It is the belief that one can express their opinions, ideas, and concerns without fear of judgment or retribution. When psychological trust exists, team members are more likely to take risks, ask for help, and admit mistakes. This creates a culture of transparency, which is essential for any team to perform at its best.

On the other hand, lack of psychological trust can lead to an environment of fear, doubt, and insecurity. Team members become guarded, and communication becomes superficial, leading to a lack of collaboration, innovation, and progress. This ultimately results in missed opportunities and underachievement.

In addition to psychological trust, self-trust is also essential for high performance. Self-trust is the belief in oneself, one's abilities, and the ability to achieve desired outcomes. It is the foundation upon which an individual's confidence and resilience are built. When an individual has self-trust, they are more likely to take risks, overcome obstacles, and persevere in the face of challenges.

So, how can individuals and teams increase their effectiveness and surpass KPIs by increasing psychological trust and self-trust?

Here are a few takeaways:

1. Establish clear communication channels: Clear communication is the cornerstone of psychological trust. Teams should establish channels for open communication and ensure everyone has an opportunity to speak and be heard.
2. Foster a culture of psychological safety: Team leaders should encourage team members to express themselves without fear of judgment or retribution. This can be done by celebrating failures and using them as learning opportunities.
3. Embrace diversity and inclusivity: Diverse teams tend to perform better because they bring a variety of perspectives and experiences to the table. Embracing diversity and inclusivity is essential for building trust and fostering a culture of collaboration.
4. Encourage self-reflection and growth: Individuals should engage in regular self-reflection to identify areas for improvement and work on building self-trust. This can be done through journaling, seeking feedback, and setting achievable goals.

In conclusion, psychological trust and self-trust are essential components of high-performing individuals and teams. By fostering a culture of psychological safety, clear communication, diversity, and inclusivity, individuals and teams can increase their effectiveness and surpass KPIs. Building self-trust through self-reflection and growth also enhances an individual's ability to perform at their best. So, whether you're on the sporting field, in the boardroom, or from the home office, remember that trust is the foundation of high performance.

If you'd like to find out more about how you can foster more psychological trust and safety in your teams, then we have just the show for you.

Elevate your Performance with Hiam Sakakini

Want to learn the secrets to performing better in life and business? 

Then join Cuppa host, Sean Hall and Hiam Sakakini for this 45-minute cuppa as part of our members only "Elevate Your Performance" series. 

When: Thursday 4th May at 12:30pm (AEST)

Whether it is on the sporting field, in the boardroom or from the home office, psychological trust is the foundation of high performing teams. In this conversation with Hiam, learn how to elevate performance and surpass team KPIs by increasing the effectiveness of your team.

Some talking points that Sean and Hiam will be covering are:

• How to have inclusive conversations that aren’t scary or intrinsically judgmental
• The importance of empathy and how it needs to go both ways
• Touching on the Telstra research on connection
• How moments of disconnection have a profoundly more negative impact on us and our teams performance than we think

Be sure to reserve your spot and we'll see you there. This is a members only event so to become a member all you need to do is follow the check out process on the "get access now button.

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