real business is
built on
trust––
the clasped hands.
honoring the scribbles
on the backs of
envelopes.
a visit between
families.
the lunches, the
drinks, the celebration
of integrity that never
ends.
what does it
cost to draft a
contract?
to obtain 8
approvals before
acting? for all the
passwords &
padlocks? even
before litigation
begins?
trust empowers &
economizes.
it holds teams
together & enables
bravery.
controlling hands
ascend in periods
of selfish
interest &
politics arises
out of
fear.
trust is
simple, generous
& as honest
as clear
air.
the lack of it
is choked on
prohibition––
spits up
lies.
what happens
in a business
where everyone
keeps their
word?
it is a joy
to work
there.
minds open––
hearts breathe––
& all competition
miraculously
disappears.