engagement,” I said. “But the first thing you need to learn is that confidence isn’t a substitute for verification.”
She nodded.
“I know.”
“And never assume that a person who has done a job for ten years is clinging to it simply because they understand something you don’t.”
Her cheeks reddened.
“I deserved that.”
“No,” I said. “You deserved the chance to learn. The company deserved a proper transition. And the employees deserved to be paid correctly.”
She looked at me for a long moment.
“Thank you.”
I gave her
