Jocko Podcast The Debrief w/ Jocko and Dave Berke #14: How to Consistently Control Your Ego
Mar 2, 2021
The discussion dives deep into the challenge of managing ego in leadership roles. It covers the significance of humility and self-reflection for personal growth. A story highlights a supervisor's struggle with team inclusion, showcasing communication failures. The analysis of characters from 'One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest' reveals how emotional responses shape leadership perception. Lastly, the importance of emotional intelligence is emphasized, advocating for genuine connections over authority in effective leadership.
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Consistently Check Your Ego
- Learn to decipher your ego's voice from the rest of your thoughts.
- Consistently check your ego, as it never truly disappears.
Ego's Deception
- Your ego intimately understands your desires and uses them against you.
- It acts like an archangel but is actually a demon, driving you to bad decisions.
Admitting Ego is Not Enough
- Admitting your ego drives your decisions doesn't justify the negativity.
- Whether hidden or blatant, ego-driven actions are equally detrimental.