Challenging Assumptions in Leadership

In her essay, Linda Ginsell explores the importance of challenging assumptions in leadership. She highlights that entrenched assumptions can lead to stale thinking and hinder growth opportunities. Ginsell encourages leaders to replace their assumptions with personal frameworks that allow for more open-mindedness and creativity. She uses the example of the Minnadnock Building in Chicago to illustrate how breaking away from load-bearing assumptions allowed architects to design taller buildings. Shedding assumptions and being willing to question them is crucial for leaders to make better choices.