At-ease Quote by Israelmore Ayivor
““Your driver is on the steer, driving you and you can feel free to doze in the car; this is trust built on competence. Competence is to ensure that your actions put people's hearts at ease when things are in your hands.””
About This Quote
Source Speech: Leadership Conference, 2018
Trust arises when competent leaders act reliably, allowing others to relax and feel safe under their guidance.
In simple terms: Competence builds trust, letting people feel at ease.
Cultivate competence to earn trust.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- management
- coaching
- team building
- customer service
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you demonstrate competence daily?
- When does trust become complacency?
Overreliance on competence can mask underlying issues.