Control satisfaction

Dave: “Hey Jeff, you don’t have to do that spreadsheet in the end, the CEO is going to do it”

Jeff: “What? Does he not trust me to do it?”

Dave: “No, no, no, don’t take it personally this is more about him than you.”

Jeff: “But I can do it his way!”

Dave: “I think this is more about him attaining control satisfaction rather than doubting your ability, so don’t worry.”