The Trusted Leader: Understanding the Trust Triangle

Chapter 16

Chalk Talk

Tony’s restaurant was more crowded than usual, and the

Coach was already seated and sipping his water when

Carlos entered. The Coach stood and gave him a shake and

a shoulder bump—the classic man-hug. But this time the

Coach held the hug longer than he had in the past. The

waitress swooped right in and got their orders—which by

now she knew by heart.

As they ate, Carlos explained the old accountant’s odd

comments, and the way he responded to Carlos’ questions.

“You have great instincts, Carlos. You always did as a

point guard too. Just one caution—don’t assume the

conclusion.”

“What?”

“There could be any number of things that made him

respond the way he did. Just don’t assume either the best

or the worst, and ...