Trust is a conclusion

Facts can be liberating and enabling…when they are understood and respected.

Here’s an enabling truth: the agreement between what is done and what is said builds great trust.

To have high-trust relationships, the less said and the more done the better. It fits the adage, “under promise and over deliver.”  Holding a high value on doing what is said applies a braking mechanism to the scope of chatter. The temptation to hype-up a promise for short term enthusiasm can set up a disappointment. Better to tone down the expectation and then to overwhelm with outcome.

Today, be vibrant in broadcasting a product coherent with your high standards.

Mike Berens

Arizona’s “can do” culture resonates well with me, and has for over 60 years. The citizens’ accommodating attitudes towards creativity, entrepreneurship, and courageous-yet-respectful explorations foster communities of compassionate growth populated by agents of change. The various ecosystems and landscapes of the Southwest are beautiful and inspiring. Greatly bolstered by the companionship of my bride of over 4 decades and the wonder of my extended family, I live a charmed life. My professional work as a translational cancer scientist brings deep fulfillment as I apply leading edge genomic technology to understand human disease, mentor junior scientists, and engage with interdisciplinary teams. My days are filled with work and wonder.