Twitter Facebook LinkedIn Flipboard 0 We know the importance of trust in the workplace. Without trust, employee engagement and productivity suffer. We’ve also seen how the intranet can be used as a barometer for the level of trust in an organization. When that level is low, can the intranet help improve the situation? Certainly! In fact, we’ve identified at least 12 different ways your intranet can help build and strengthen trust in your workplace. 12 Ways and Intranet Can Build Trust 1. Information sharing Management and supervisors can use the intranet to share information with staff, especially during changes. As part of project management the intranet can be used to make expectations tasks and expectations clear. 2. Success stories Celebrate staff successes publicly by publishing them on the intranet. This way, employees know their co-workers are capable and can be relied on to achieve goals. 3. Trust-building standards Make it clear that flaming and other disrespectful behaviors are not acceptable, nor allowed, on the intranet. 4. Freedom of expression Provide a safe platform, such as a blog of discussion forum, for everyone to express their feelings and opinions in a professional and respectful manner. Staff who voice dissenting opinions shouldn’t be chastised. 5. True brainstorming Keep brainstorming areas of the intranet safe. Remember when brainstorming that ideas shouldn’t be criticized or shot down. 6. One vision Use the intranet to “market” your company’s vision and values. Use a tagline or motto, images, even colors to serve as a constant reminder of what your business stands for. 7. Common goals Remind staff/team members on the intranet about your common goals. Celebrate milestones as you get closer to your goal. This fosters a sense of group accomplishment, that “we’re in this together.” 8. Feedback getting Check in on staff opinions frequently through intranet surveys and polls. Employees trust employers who listen to them. 9. Teach to build trust Set up a training wiki page to help managers and employees develop and improve their communication and other trust-building skills. 10. A welcome mat Create a portal just for new employees, to help them feel welcome. Help other staff get to know them, provide new people the information they need to get settled in and acclimatized to your organization. 11. Get personal Encourage staff to fill out their user profiles, so they can inform others of their expertise and background, and get to know each other on a more personal level. Knowing each other’s capabilities helps build trust. 12. Increase ambient awareness Use intranet status updates, news blogs, and employee spotlight to increase ambient awareness. This helps foster a greater sense of belonging, which in turn, enhances trust. Do you make the most of your intranet to strengthen trust in your workplace? If you’re still using a traditional intranet, or don’t have an intranet yet, take a look at Noodle intranet software. It’s easy to use, affordable, and offers traditional intranet features plus tools for social sharing and collaboration. Click here to learn more. Image by notsogoodphotography Are you looking for an intranet software? Download our free guide, “20 Questions: What You Should Know to Find the Best Intranet Solution for Your Organization” (No registration required) Click here to download Twitter Tweet Facebook Share Email This article originally appeared on Vialect Blog and has been republished with permission.Find out how to syndicate your content with B2C Author: Alexis Rodrigo Follow @lexirodrigo Alexis Rodrigo is a copywriter who crafts web content for tech startups, digital publishers, and service professionals. She helps businesses create endless streams of engaging content that converts audiences into leads, prospects, and customers. She's also the co-author of Blog Post Ideas: 21 Proven Ways to Create Compelling Content… View full profile ›More by this author:How to Motivate Your Employees Using The Intranet (Backed By Science)Intranet Etiquette: Do You Need It?Intranets in 2014: What To Expect