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Ep 147 - 5 Ways to Build Trust in a New Role

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Starting a new role can feel like navigating uncharted territory, but building trust doesn't have to be a mystery. Whether you've been promoted internally or joined a new organisation, the first few months are crucial for establishing the relationships that will define your success. We break down five practical strategies that will help you move beyond just "fitting in" to genuinely connecting with the stakeholders who matter most.

Key points from this episode

  • Understanding communication preferences of different stakeholders and adapting your style accordingly
  • Making strategic use of one-to-ones to build relationships and gather valuable insights
  • Identifying who really holds influence beyond what the org chart shows
  • Staying curious about your observations rather than rushing to judgement
  • Setting clear expectations about your working style and preferences from the start

00:00 Introduction: Building trust in new roles

01:00 Mapping stakeholders and learning communication preferences

03:00 Making your one-to-ones count with all stakeholders

06:00 Using targeted questions to gain advice and shortcuts

08:00 Understanding informal influence networks and alliances

10:00 Real-world example: When your boss lacks influence

12:00 Being curious about observations vs making quick judgements

14:00 The "bull in a China shop" trap and why listening comes first

16:00 Setting your stall out: Communicating your working style upfront

18:00 Planning your approach before you start the role

20:00 Quick recap of all five trust-building strategies

Useful Links

Join The Catalyst Career Club for 50k+ Leaders

Connect with Pam on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pamelalangan/

Connect with Jacqui on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jacqui-jagger/

Follow the Catalyst Careers LinkedIn page for career tips and advice

Interested in working with us?

Get in touch about career or leadership development, outplacement workshops or recruitment support via the Catalyst Careers website

Enjoyed this Episode?

If you enjoyed this episode, please take the time to rate and review it on Apple Podcasts or Spotify

Mentioned in this episode:

Catalyst Career Club for £50k+ Leaders & Managers

Moving up the career ladder needs an inside edge - strategies that allow you to unlock your full potential and position yourself as a true leadership talent. And that's exactly what the Catalyst Career Club for 50k+ Leaders provides. No fluff, no corporate jargon. Just a down to earth, purposeful injection of oomph for your career from Pamela & Jacqui Use the code PODCAST to get your first month for £1 https://www.pamelalangan.com/catalystcareerclub

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Content provided by Pamela Langan & Jacqui Jagger, Pamela Langan, and Jacqui Jagger. All podcast content including episodes, graphics, and podcast descriptions are uploaded and provided directly by Pamela Langan & Jacqui Jagger, Pamela Langan, and Jacqui Jagger or their podcast platform partner. If you believe someone is using your copyrighted work without your permission, you can follow the process outlined here https://podcastplayer.com/legal.

Starting a new role can feel like navigating uncharted territory, but building trust doesn't have to be a mystery. Whether you've been promoted internally or joined a new organisation, the first few months are crucial for establishing the relationships that will define your success. We break down five practical strategies that will help you move beyond just "fitting in" to genuinely connecting with the stakeholders who matter most.

Key points from this episode

  • Understanding communication preferences of different stakeholders and adapting your style accordingly
  • Making strategic use of one-to-ones to build relationships and gather valuable insights
  • Identifying who really holds influence beyond what the org chart shows
  • Staying curious about your observations rather than rushing to judgement
  • Setting clear expectations about your working style and preferences from the start

00:00 Introduction: Building trust in new roles

01:00 Mapping stakeholders and learning communication preferences

03:00 Making your one-to-ones count with all stakeholders

06:00 Using targeted questions to gain advice and shortcuts

08:00 Understanding informal influence networks and alliances

10:00 Real-world example: When your boss lacks influence

12:00 Being curious about observations vs making quick judgements

14:00 The "bull in a China shop" trap and why listening comes first

16:00 Setting your stall out: Communicating your working style upfront

18:00 Planning your approach before you start the role

20:00 Quick recap of all five trust-building strategies

Useful Links

Join The Catalyst Career Club for 50k+ Leaders

Connect with Pam on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pamelalangan/

Connect with Jacqui on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jacqui-jagger/

Follow the Catalyst Careers LinkedIn page for career tips and advice

Interested in working with us?

Get in touch about career or leadership development, outplacement workshops or recruitment support via the Catalyst Careers website

Enjoyed this Episode?

If you enjoyed this episode, please take the time to rate and review it on Apple Podcasts or Spotify

Mentioned in this episode:

Catalyst Career Club for £50k+ Leaders & Managers

Moving up the career ladder needs an inside edge - strategies that allow you to unlock your full potential and position yourself as a true leadership talent. And that's exactly what the Catalyst Career Club for 50k+ Leaders provides. No fluff, no corporate jargon. Just a down to earth, purposeful injection of oomph for your career from Pamela & Jacqui Use the code PODCAST to get your first month for £1 https://www.pamelalangan.com/catalystcareerclub

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