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Should leaders be feared or loved? with historian Niall Ferguson

Worklife with Adam Grant

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The Dual Nature of Leadership: Love and Fear

This chapter explores the complexities of leadership, focusing on the balance between being loved and feared as a leader. The speakers examine historical and cultural perspectives, emphasizing the importance of understanding motivation through both intrinsic and extrinsic means. Through a mix of personal anecdotes and research, they debate the effectiveness of varying leadership styles, particularly in high-stakes environments like sports.

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