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The researchers focused on two types of trust, interpersonal trust and institutional trust—the two types that can occur in workplaces.

Leadership and management literature tends to emphasize learning from failure, but senior executives also need to understand how to acknowledge and build on success. When leaders constantly push forward without pausing to recognize progress, they risk burnout, diminished resilience, and poorer judgment. Interviews with executives across industries reveal three barriers that make celebration uncomfortable: self-doubt, constant pressure, and cultural norms that equate recognition with self-promotion. By making progress visible, separating real from self-imposed urgency, and redefining what celebration looks like, leaders can strengthen confidence, sustain motivation, and stay grounded in what’s working—even amid relentless demands.