Running a business is no easy task, especially when you are tirelessly working to keep your startup up and running amid all the competition. There are many things that contribute to a successful business, like the quality of the product or the service your business offers, your customer service, and the trust that your audience has in your brand. 81 % of people say that it all boils down to trust when they are looking to buy something from a certain brand.

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Research from Harvard Business Review suggests that employees of a trusted company experience significantly less stress and are 50% more productive. But like all good things, trust requires a lot of time and effort to be built, especially for businesses that are just starting out.

Let's be honest - when you are buying something, you tend to head over to the reviews section to get information on the product, and if you get a review from a friend or a trusted family member, then you are sure to put in your order. Trust makes a lot of difference which is why business owners pay special attention to it. So, how can you build trust for your business? Here are three ways.

1. Being Crystal Clear

There are certain key elements that make up your business, for example, the leadership, the concept, and the execution. The only way you can build trust for your business is by letting your customers get a transparent insight into what your brand is all about.

Today's audience doesn't care about whether you are the top seller, they care about whether you are a trusted one, so even taking accountability for your mishaps or mistakes can make your brand more credible. As long as they can see it, they can trust it.

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2. Open to Evolving

You can head over to any business's social media platform and find it loaded with suggestions from people across the globe. Some request international shipping, while others ask for a new design. This feedback is necessary for businesses to look into and incorporate into their business as your audience is communicating what they want, and for a trustworthy business, it's important to listen. This way, people will not only enjoy your business but will also come back for more.

3. Be Consistent

Let's suppose that you talk about your business and how it prioritizes the customers and the quality of the product, but in reality, you don't really care for it. It might go unnoticed for a week or two, but it won't be long till people notice the inconsistency in your words, as a business representative, and your actions. 

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Always remember; People don't mind spending extra if they trust your company.