"I'm constantly dealing with the issues that you've raised, which is how honest should I be?" he says. "Some of my friends and family members. They find that level of honesty uncomfortable." He adds: "There's a difference between dishonest and nuanced"
Can a great leader or manager be humble in public? Or is exuding confidence, even when it may not be merited, a key part of leadership? In this episode of EconTalk, host Russ Roberts talks with David Deppner, CEO of Psyberware, about an email David sent Russ wondering how Russ might reconcile his passion for humility and honesty with the demands put upon leaders to inspire followers with confidence in their vision.