Competence + Caring + Character = Credibility
Overview: Given the post trust era, credibility is more important than ever. To be seen as a credible person people need to trust you. To establish yourself as trustworthy you need to demonstrate the three C’s described in your textbook: Competence, Caring and Character.
How did your assessment of each factor affect your level of trust towards this individual? How much credibility would you give this person?
Consider the level of importance you put on each of these factors personally. For example, do you find that you put a great deal of emphasis on “Competence” when assigning trust to another person? Or, do you conversely consider character to be what makes you more willing to assign credibility and trust to this person? Of the three C’s which are you most willing to allow a deficit in?