Does ChatGPT Trust Itself?
Shaun Mader Shaun Mader

Does ChatGPT Trust Itself?

It is easy to overlook that trust is the foundation of our relationships at every level of life - from our personal relationships, to our monetary systems, to the institutions that make up our society. As we move into an age of unprecedented change, trust in our institutions, businesses, political parties, etc…are at an all time low. Where trust is missing, we witness the breakdown of systems and their ability to function. For brands, a loss of trust can seriously damage or kill the business. Deploying AI significantly raises these risks.

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You Can’t Have A Successful Team Without This Thing
Shaun Mader Shaun Mader

You Can’t Have A Successful Team Without This Thing

The term trust gets thrown around at work a lot. We use it so often that you’d think we all collectively understand what it is and why it’s so important. But it’s worth unpacking this concept a bit to make sure we really do know why it plays such an important role in teams.

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The C-Suite Skills That Matter Most
Shaun Mader Shaun Mader

The C-Suite Skills That Matter Most

More than ever, companies need leaders who are good with people.So much has changed during the past two decades that companies can no longer assume that leaders with traditional managerial pedigrees will succeed in the C-suite.

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The Decision to Trust
Shaun Mader Shaun Mader

The Decision to Trust

Surveys have shown that 80% of Americans don’t trust corporate executives and—worse—that roughly half of all managers don’t trust their own leaders. Mergers, downsizing, and globalization have accelerated the pace of change in organizations, creating a crisis of trust that didn’t exist a generation ago.

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The Neuroscience of Trust
Shaun Mader Shaun Mader

The Neuroscience of Trust

Summary.

Managers have tried various strategies and perks to boost employee engagement—all with little impact on long-term retention and performance. But now, neuroscience offers some answers. Through his research on the brain chemical oxytocin—shown to facilitate collaboration and teamwork—Zak has developed a framework for creating a culture of trust and building a happier, more loyal, and more productive workforce.

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What is Trust?
Shaun Mader Shaun Mader

What is Trust?

Trust is an emotional brain state, not just an expectation of behavior.

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