The fastest way to build trust with people who matter at work
Jan 28, 2026 6:16 am
Workplace Multiplier by Tola Akinsulire
January 28, 2026
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The fastest way to build trust with people who matter at work
Howdy ,
You speak the same language as your colleagues.
You're polite. Professional. Respectful.
But the connection still feels surface-level.
Here's what most people miss:
Language ≠ connection.
Real trust comes from showing genuine interest in what matters to them — their culture, their references, their world.
Watch today's 2:42-second video: - https://youtu.be/OX_GNxpVqcA
Tomorrow: What "act like the next level" actually means (final video in the series).
Keep winning at work and in life
Tola Akinsulire
Your Strategic Workplace Mentor
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