a) What did you learn about your assumptions of trust?
I learned that I often assume people are too busy or unwilling to help, but in reality, many are more open to doing small favors than I expected. Delegating a task made me realize that trust can start with a very small ask and that my own hesitation was often bigger than the risk.
b) Did anyone surprise you (positively or negatively)?
Yes, someone I considered only an acquaintance followed through quickly and even checked back to make sure the task was done correctly, which surprised me positively. On the other hand, someone I expected to respond immediately forgot, which showed that reliability doesn’t always align with how close you are to a person.
c) What does this reveal about trust in teams, ventures, or communities?
It showed me that trust is built by actions, not assumptions; sometimes the people you least expect become the most reliable partners. In teams or ventures, delegating early and testing reliability helps identify who follows through, which is crucial for high-functioning collaboration. It also revealed that trust is dynamic, it grows when people deliver and weakens when expectations are unclear or unmet making communication and follow-up essential in any community.
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