Trust is not merely a social virtue.

How productive are your workplace relationships? As leaders, we are not parental figures, and as team members, we are not helpless children. By recognizing each other as capable and competent adults, trust naturally develops. Trust is not merely a social virtue but a measurable, actionable factor that accelerates performance and fosters high-functioning teams. This webinar bridges the LeaderWork Adult-to-Adult Communications principles with Stephen M.R. Covey’s "Leading at the Speed of Trust."

What you'll learn

Recognize how trust accelerates decision-making, reduces costs, and enhances collaboration, creating a strategic advantage in any organization.

Learn the practical application of how a leader needs to build trust with all five stakeholders: owners, customers, employees, suppliers, and their communities.

Understand how to extend trust wisely while maintaining accountability to achieve optimal outcomes.

Gain insights from leaders’ experiences on using trust to navigate complex challenges, manage transitions, and align teams effectively.

Meet the speakers

Paul Doyle

Founder | LeaderWork

Paul Doyle is the founder of LeaderWork. He brings more than 35 years of diverse business experience, including 15 years as a CEO, leading manufacturing companies. Paul has been active in North America with companies ranging from $20 million to $450 million in revenue.

Stephen Parker

Operating Partner | Blackford Capital

Steve is an accomplished leader with a proven track record in strategic planning, competitive strategy development, and fostering trust in organizations of all sizes across diverse markets for over 35 years. His leadership spans industries and geographies, including North America, the United Kingdom, and China. Steve is also an active board member and a mentor in the Jandernoa Entrepreneurial Mentoring program.

What Leaders Do

This webinar session references the Adult-to-Adult Communication (A2A) element in our What Leaders Do program. A2A is built on the principle that healthy, mature relationships and communications make productive and strong teams. Adult behavior focused on productive conversations and problem-solving reduces the likelihood of conflict and makes conflicts easier to resolve when they do occur.