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Trust Exploration

This activity helps participants express and explore their views on trust in the workplace. Through the use of Trust Cards, individuals can reflect on factors that contribute to or undermine trust among colleagues and in teams.

Duration
40m
Group size
5–20 people
Materials
Trust Cards
CCBY-SA 4.0

How to run it

  1. 1

    Prepare Trust Cards by writing various statements that reflect trust-related characteristics, behaviors, and beliefs.

  2. 2

    Create at least two cards for each expected participant, ensuring a variety of perspectives.

  3. 3

    Begin the session by explaining the purpose of the activity and the importance of trust in workplace dynamics.

  4. 4

    Distribute the Trust Cards to each participant.

  5. 5

    Invite participants to discuss their thoughts on the statements, encouraging connection and conversation.

  6. 6

    Facilitate a group discussion to summarize insights and shared experiences related to trust.

Tips

  • Encourage openness and honesty; create a safe space for sharing.

  • Be prepared to navigate sensitive topics and acknowledge differing opinions.

  • Keep the discussion focused to ensure that everyone's voice is heard.

Variations

Consider using virtual cards for remote sessions or adapting the statements to focus on specific workplace themes.

Where it fits

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Method descriptions on Workshop Weaver are original content written by our team, based on established facilitation practices. This method was inspired by work from SessionLab. Licensed under CC BY-SA 4.0.

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