The job of my boss: make me feel trusted

Extend the circle of safety to the outer parts of the organisation. When employees feels safe and trusted, they can spend their energy being creative and productive.

Accomplish this by:

• Spending time and energy with your colleagues. Talk to them instead of emailing them, be helpful and generous.
• Avoid politics inside the organisation.
• Don’t steal credit or hand out blame
• Have each others backs

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