Mike,
Thank you so much for your comments - I love the discussions generated here on the Lead Change Group!

I love what you said here:

"When everything is functioning properly, your supervisor’s confidence in you will reflect how much fuel you’ve put in the tank. Your supervisor isn’t trusting you, you may need to look for more and better ways to put fuel into your team."

I believe a successful working environment is created by collaboration - employees can and should fuel their supervisor's efforts, just as the leaders themselves can create an environment of autonomy and trust. Communication, respect and consistency.

Heather :)