Stop Managing Talent and Start Building Trust

Description

Most teams don’t fail because they lack talent. They fail because they lack trust.

In this episode of Chats With Jason, leadership expert and author Mike Robbins (We’re All In This Together) reveals why psychological safety, appreciation, and real conversations matter more than KPIs or talent alone.

👉 If you’re a leader who wants fewer silos, better communication, and a high-performance culture, this conversation is a masterclass.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

✅ Why trust matters more than talent in building high-performing teams

✅ The 4 key behaviors that create psychological safety in the workplace

✅ How leaders can repair broken trust with one courageous conversation

✅ Practical ways to lead remote teams while maintaining connection and performance

✅ Why asking for help and feedback makes leaders stronger, not weaker

Mike Robbins has worked with companies like Google, Pixar, Microsoft, Airbnb, and the NBA. His insights will help you transform team culture—no matter the size of your organization.

00:00 Introduction: The Real Reason Teams Fail

00:23 Meet Mike Robbins: Turning Talent into Team Performance

01:31 The Importance of Trust in High-Performing Teams

02:56 From Sports to Business: Mike's Journey

05:22 Repairing Broken Trust

07:10 Understanding Psychological Safety

08:53 Four Key Behaviors for Psychological Safety

10:43 Creating a Psychologically Safe Environment as a New Leader

14:50 The Value of Psychological Safety in Business

19:25 Remote Work and Maintaining Team Connection

25:08 Practical Tips for New Leaders

28:18 Final Thoughts and Takeaways