As a leader, when was the last time you said...

I am sorry.

I messed up.

You are right...

Looking back, I/we should have done it differently.

You get the idea.  

Have you shown your leader that you don't always have the answer? Do you realize you aren't always the one in the room with the best solution?

Letting your team see your vulnerability and your ability to be self-aware will build another layer of trust in the relationship.

Your team wants to see you and hear you be REAL!

You aren't perfect.

When you are honest with your team about your capabilities, you will quickly gain their respect.

Even more importantly you are modeling for them the kind of leader they need to be!

Do your best to be honest with your team and be willing to admit when you didn't get it right.

It will go a long way in providing the key foundational piece in building trust with your team and leaders.

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