How much do people trust that senior leaders make decisions with their best interests in mind?
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Very little, there is a lot of doubt
Some do, many are skeptical
Most people trust leaders most of the time
Trust is high and leaders have earned it
How safe do people feel speaking up, asking questions or disagreeing with their manager?
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Not safe, people keep their heads down
Only with a few trusted colleagues
Safe with most managers
Completely safe, even in big meetings
When someone tries something new and it doesn't work, what usually happens?
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People look for someone to blame
It is quietly noted, and people play it safe next time
It is mostly accepted
We talk openly about what we learned
How much do teams and departments trust each other?
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Very little, it feels like us and them
We cooperate when we have to
Most teams work well together
Teams trust each other and share openly
When leaders talk about AI, how much do people trust their intentions?
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Not at all, people expect job cuts
People genuinely don't know what to believe
Most give leaders the benefit of the doubt
People trust that AI is meant to help them grow
When AI comes up at work, how do most people react?
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They go quiet or worry about their jobs
They wait to see what leadership does
They are curious but unsure where to start
They are excited and already experimenting
How clearly have your leaders explained why and how you are using AI?
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They haven't, really
A few announcements, but people are still guessing
The message is clear, but not everyone has heard it
Clear and repeated, and most people could explain it
Do people have clear, simple guidelines for using AI responsibly?
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No guidelines yet
A policy exists, but few people have read it
Clear guidelines that most people know
Clear guidelines we discuss and update together
How many of your people have had real, hands-on AI training?
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Almost no one
A few enthusiasts or one department
Most of our leaders
Most of the organization
How do your senior leaders show up with AI themselves?
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They avoid it or hand it to others
They talk about it but rarely use it
Some use it and share their experience
They use it openly, share what they learn and admit mistakes
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