Just in case you might think (though I know you really could care less what I think, lol) I always disagree with you, your post is a good summation of the issues we (and PBLS) face. It really comes down to 2 words, doesn't it?
Transparency Trust
(Building trust requires following through on what has been 'promised', stated, claimed, etc. and/or providing appropriate reasons for not doing so)
GLTA