This probably should have topped the list. Any healthy relationship is built on honesty. Care must be taken to create an atmosphere that encourages honest and open communication. I ll put my money on the latter. A dishonest leader who bends the truth to get something done sets the stage for like behavior from those in his or her charge.
People respond to an honest, direct request far better than to manipulative suggestion.
If you start bending the truth to get things done, you re likely to receive an in-kind response. Honesty is the cornerstone to building a good business . Acting in good faith, building mutual confidence, welcoming employee ideas, and having a receptive attitude are all powerful foundations on which employees will learn to trust you. Openness Effective communication helps to develop positive working relationships with . . . It wasn t about the content, it was about the secret handshake atmosphere it created.