Trust Worksheet

Overview: In this activity, you will examine the role of trust in effective leadership by evaluating your own level of trust in leaders you have known.

Directions: Follow these steps to complete this assignment:

1. Download and save this worksheet so you can edit the table below

2. Identify two people in leadership positions or roles—one you trust and one you do not trust—and complete the below. This does not have to be from a current situation.

3. Address the questions below the table.

After completing the table above, address the following questions:

A. Compare your responses in the table above to Enable Others to Act: Foster collaboration by building trust and facilitating relationships.

B. What does this tell you about how important trust is to effective leadership?

C. What happens when there is a lack of trust?

D. What is the impact of trust?

E. What behaviors will you focus on to establish trust as you develop your leadership action plan?