You start with a vision — clear, ambitious, and yours alone. At first, it feels like you’re building momentum. Then you realize you’ve become the point person for every decision, every task, every problem. The same drive that launched your venture is now holding it back.

This isn’t just a time management issue. It’s a trust issue. According to PwC’s 2024 Trust Survey, only 60% of employees say they trust their company — yet 87% of executives believe they are trusted. That 27-point perception gap is more than a disconnect; it’s a drag on performance, innovation, and retention. When trust is low, teams hesitate. When it’s high, they move…