Trusting others with your business

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Neagle Code Question

Hi David,

I know that it takes a team to build the business that I want to grow, but I really struggle with trust. How much trust should I put into others? Or is it ALL on me?

Thanks!

Neagle Code Answer

Hi and thanks for the question.

The concept of trust is interesting, and the more I speak to entrepreneurs, the more I see how their lack of understanding of trust leads to sabotage.

You see,
trust MUST be earned.

To trust blindly in others is sheer ignorance.

Let me explain.

When you are building a team, you have to be a leader.

A good leader interviews and screens potential hires carefully and strategically.

A good leader ALWAYS checks references.

After the hire is made, the leader gives the new team member opportunities to earn the leaderโ€™s trust until they have proven to be trustworthy.

This is your business, itโ€™s your responsibility, and I see so many entrepreneurs hand over the keys to their business to people who have not demonstrated that they can be trusted.

Do your part to make sure the team members you are bringing into your business are a good fit, and be willing to give them opportunities to showcase their gifts and earn your trust at the same time.

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Employee issues are ruining my businessโ€ฆhelp!

This week's question from my portal “The Neagle Code: Directions for Life” comes from someone who wishes to remain anonymous.

Neagle Code Question

Hello David!

Iโ€™ve been in business for myself a couple of years, and Iโ€™m to the point where Iโ€™m ready to walk away because Iโ€™m having a hell of a time dealing with my employees. I tend to be kind and put their priorities and needs first. I feel like the conductor of a runaway train and I am afraid I will ruin my business success if something doesnโ€™t change. What's your opinion?

Neagle Code Answer

Hi, and thanks for the question!

โ€œDealingโ€ with employees and โ€œconsidering their needsโ€ are two totally different things.

Because Iโ€™m not sure of the exact scenarios you are referencing, Iโ€™m going to make some assumptions in order to help you get some clarity about whatโ€™s going on in your business.

My guess is that you would rather be liked than prosperous.

Let me explain.

If you put your employees needs over the needs of your business because you are afraid that they wonโ€™t like you if you tell them no, you would rather be liked than prosperous.

If you avoid having the โ€œdifficultโ€ conversations with your employees regarding expectations and responsibilities because youโ€™re worried they wonโ€™t like you, you would rather be liked than prosperous.

You see, it is one thing to consider the needs to your employees; itโ€™s an entirely different thing if your employeesโ€™ needs negatively affect your business.

Communication is key in any business setting, and if youโ€™re having difficulty communicating for fear of what others will think, youโ€™re putting your business in a very perilous position.

The key is to really become aware of whatโ€™s happening.

Most people experience this in their business because they fear the judgment of others.

Judgment is painful and therefore, they are willing to do anything to avoid it.

Freedom is in realizing that the judgment of others has nothing to do with you and everything to do with the person who is judging.

Employees respect a leader who communicates expectations and is confident and clear.

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This week's question from my portal “The Neagle Code: Directions
for Life”
comes from Deon.

Neagle                 Code Question


Hi David!


Knowing that it takes a team to build the business that I want to grow, how much trust/emphasis should one put into others? Or is it ALL on me?

Thanks!

Neagle                                               Code Answer

Hi Deon and thanks for the question.


The concept of trust is interesting, and the more I speak to entrepreneurs, the more I see how their lack of understanding of trust leads to sabotage.

You see, trust MUST be earned.


To trust blindly in others is sheer ignorance.


Let me explain.

When you are building a team, you have to assume the role of leader.

A good leader interviews and screens potential hires carefully and strategically.

References are always checked.

After the hire is made, the leader gives the new team member opportunities to earn the leaderโ€™s trust until they have proven to be trustworthy.

This is your business, itโ€™s your responsibility, and I see so many entrepreneurs hand over the keys to their business to people who have not demonstrated that they can be trusted.

Do your part to make sure the team members you are bringing into your business are a good fit, and be willing to give them opportunities to showcase their gifts and earn your trust at the same time.

Just Believe,ยฎ
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PS: The Neagle Code: Directions for Life is a weekly no-cost
program that is open to everyone! Each week, I'll select and personally respond to one question received via the above “The Neagle Code” page that I feel in my heart will help the most people. (You may choose to remain anonymous if you wish, with our full support.) It is my deep, heartfelt intention that ~ in answering your questions ~ I may provide you with the Universal Truths that in committed application, will set you free. Simply submit YOUR burning question at: www.DavidNeagle.com/ask-david to participate.