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CHAPTER5 OUR READINESS AND WILLINGNESS TO TRUST: CAPACITY FOR TRUST

Chandra began to doubt in her ability to keep up with the increased workload and changing demands placed on her. “Can I do this? I’m not sure if I can trust myself to learn these new systems and procedures in time to get the project done. I don’t know anymore.” Later, she reflected on her fears. She reviewed the strengths she knew she would bring to the job. She was able to see that what was most important to the position were the skills she possessed. “I will use this opportunity to build on them.”

“Can I trust them? I don’t know if it is safe to rely on my new teammates to come through for me and get the job done. I took a risk ...

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