Insist on candor. Invite a trusted associate or two to watch you. Hold yourself accountable for values you espouse. Ask them to check that you are “walking the talk” in matters of accountability. For example, if you want people to trust you, consider what you are doing to earn that trust. Leadership is never easy, but when resources are scarce and financial pressures rise, it is essential that leaders be seen and heard.

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