I teach English & Art to kids. Just yesterday, I called a parent to discuss her child’s progress and possible changes in the learning plan. She listened patiently and then said something I’ll never forget: “I trust you with your job. That’s the reason I am sending my child to you! Please continue the way you think is right — no questions asked. I’m sure she’s in good hands.”
I was humbled to the core. Suddenly, I felt more responsible for that little girl’s progress. I realized that when someone trusts you like that, you know not blindly but wholeheartedly, it doesn’t make you feel entitled. It makes you feel accountable.
This whole episode made me reflect:
How often in our corporate lives do we really trust the person we’ve assigned a task to? What if, instead of micromanaging, we trusted people with the work in the first place? What if we let trust lead — not control?
I get paid to teach. But more than that, now I feel entrusted with someone’s time, money and faith. And the sheer realization of the weight it carries, changes how I show up at work.
Psychology backs it — The Pygmalion effect suggests that if someone believes you can achieve something, you’re more likely to achieve it.
Maybe — just maybe — that’s the kind of culture we need more of:
One where leadership isn’t forced through control, but earned with trust, with care — and in return, responsibility naturally follows.
I hope I am able to lead this way in corporate someday 🙂
Love ❤️
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