The Pygmalion effect

The Pygmalion effect is a psychological phenomenon where higher expectations from others can lead to improved performance. Essentially, if a teacher, boss, or someone in a position of influence believes someone can succeed, those positive expectations can help that person actually perform better. Conversely, low expectations can hinder performance. It demonstrates how beliefs and attitudes of influential people can shape a person's abilities and outcomes, often creating a self-fulfilling prophecy. In short, expecting the best from someone can help bring out their potential.