M4 Assignment 1: Discussion—Developing Trust

Assignment 1: Discussion—Developing Trust

Communicating ethically to employees as well as other internal and external stakeholders is of the utmost importance for leaders and managers. Being able to build and maintain trust in order to be credible is essential.

Using the module readings, the Argosy University online library resources, and the Internet, research ways of developing trust. 

Respond to the following:  

• Explain how leaders and managers can overcome obstacles and develop trust in communicating corporate ethics. 

Write your initial response in 300–500 words. Your response should be thorough and address all components of the discussion question in detail, include citations of all sources, where needed, according to the APA Style, and demonstrate accurate spelling, grammar, and punctuation

Module Readings:

• From the Argosy University online library resources, read:
  • Krivis, J. (2006). Can we call a truce? Ten tips for negotiating workplace conflicts.Employment Relations Today, 33(3), 31–35. https://login.libproxy.edmc.edu/login?url=http://search.proquest.com.libproxy.edmc.edu/docview/237069901?accountid=34899
  • Mahajan, A., Bishop, J. W., & Scott, D. (2012). Does trust in top management mediate top management communication, employee involvement, and organizational commitment relationships? Journal of Managerial Issues, 24(2), 173–190, 122. https://login.libproxy.edmc.edu/login?url=http://search.proquest.com.libproxy.edmc.edu/docview/1313213518?accountid=34899
  • Smart, K. L., & Featheringham, R. (2006). Developing effective interpersonal communication and discussion skills. Business Communication Quarterly, 69(3), 276–283. https://login.libproxy.edmc.edu/login?url=http://search.proquest.com.libproxy.edmc.edu/docview/236860942?accountid=34899