The Surprising Power of Humility at Work | Simon Moss

When we talk about what makes a great leader, we tend to focus on confidence, decisiveness, and maybe even charisma. Less often do we talk about humility. And yet, humility, according to psychologist Dr. Simon Moss, may be the trait that unlocks the most growth, resilience, collaboration, and trust. In this episode, Dart and Simon talk about why humility isn’t the opposite of confidence, how future clarity increases self-awareness, and how organizations can be structured to reward groundedness instead of ego. 

Dr. Simon Moss is a psychologist and Dean of Graduate Research at the University of Wollongong. His research focuses on workplace behavior, ethical leadership, and the psychological conditions that promote wellbeing, performance, and integrity at work.

In this episode, Dart and Simon discuss:

- The difference between humility and insecurity
- Why humble leaders often drive stronger performance
- How clarity about the future shapes grounded leadership
- The cultural conditions that reward narcissism
- The relationship between time pressure and defensiveness
- How to design humility into hiring, leadership, and culture
- The mission of Radical Humility
- And other topics…

Dr. Simon Moss is a registered psychologist and the Dean of Graduate Research at the University of Wollongong. His research focuses on how organizational and government policies impact individual wellbeing, progress, and innovation. He has authored approximately 10 books and over 100 peer-reviewed papers, with a focus on workplace behavior, ethical leadership, and emotional intelligence.

Simon is the founder of Radical Humility, a research initiative aimed at reducing narcissism in leadership and helping organizations cultivate grounded, human-centered cultures. His books include The Negative Side of Positive Thinking, Where Should I Work? and Emotional Intelligence: Journey to the Source.

Resources Mentioned:
Radical Humility: https://radical-humility.com

Connect with Simon:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/simon-moss-5334944/
Email: simon_moss@uow.edu.au  

Work with Dart:
Dart is the CEO and co-founder of the work design firm 11fold. Build work that makes employees feel alive, connected to their work, and focused on what’s most important to the business. Book a call at 11fold.com.