Book Review: The Speed of Trust by Stephen M.R. Covey

It can be hard for busy professionals to find the time to read the latest books. Stay up to date in a fraction of the time with this concise guide. "Trust has never been lower than it is today". This is a statement by Covey from his bestselling book, The Speed of Trust, and he goes on to explain that trust has virtually disappeared from business, politics and even our personal lives. Yet trusting others is an integral aspect of any career or relationship and it can bring wonderful rewards for everybody. The Speed of Trust discusses why we struggle to trust others and what we can do to rebuild those bonds. Covey is an American writer and public speaker, and co-founded CoveyLink Worldwide, which provides consulting and training for organisations across the United States. This book review and analysis is perfect for: •Anyone who wants to trust others but are not sure where to begin •Anyone looking to build trust within their team •Anyone who wishes to gain the trust of their clients About 50MINUTES.COM|BOOK REVIEW The Book Review series from the 50Minutes collection is aimed at anyone who is looking to learn from experts in their field without spending hours reading endless pages of information. Our reviews present a concise summary of the main points of each book, as well as providing context, different perspectives and concrete examples to illustrate the key concepts.