The 8 Competitive Signals of Trust:

Responsiveness
Speed equals certainty

Reliability
Predictable outcomes

Competence
Deep technical expertise

Transparency
Honesty when things go wrong

Problem Solving
Pragmatic, solution focused approaches

Low Risk
Defensible documentation and safety

Interpersonal Rapport
Easy to work with on site and in the office

Proven Value
Demonstrated and evidenced, not just claimed

