Enlightenment of Change

Leaders' Guide to Rebuilding Trust After It's Broken with Connie Whitman (Episode 433)

September 8, 2026·19 min
Episode Description from the Publisher

In today's episode, you'll discover: 1. Trust doesn't break all at once — it erodes through small, repeated moments most leaders never notice. 2. A sincere apology and a genuine repair are two completely different things, and most people stop at the apology. 3. The three-part repair sequence that actually rebuilds trust: acknowledgment, consistency, and time. To support these three takeaways, I chose a quote from Anonymous: "Trust takes years to build, seconds to break, and forever to repair." About Connie Whitman: Connie has a high-energy, passionate, heart-centered, and enthusiastic approach to sales, teaching, and coaching. Connie Whitman has been the CEO of Changing the Sales Game for 25+ years, helping business owners, leaders, and sales teams build powerhouse organizations. A three-time #1 International Best-Selling author of her book ESP (Easy Sales Process): 7-Steps to Sales Success, speaker, and podcast host, Connie's inspired teaching, transformational tools, and content ensure that business owners and salespeople grow their revenue streams by enhancing their communication skills. How to Get in Touch with Connie Whitman: Website: https://changingthesalesgame.com Email:  Connie@changingthesalesgame.com Communication Style Assessment (CSA)™: https://changingthesalesgame.mykajabi.com/communication-style-assessment Stalk Me Online:  Linktr.ee: https://linktr.ee/conniewhitman Subscribe to the Enlightenment of Change on your favorite podcast streaming service or YouTube.  New episodes are posted every week - listen as Connie delves into new sales and business topics or addresses problems you may have in your business.

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