All It Takes Is A Goal ATG 230: Leaders Who Can't Be Questioned End Up Doing Questionable Things
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May 19, 2025 Leadership thrives on questionability; when leaders can't be challenged, questionable decisions follow. Discover how personal anecdotes highlight the pitfalls of a gap in communication between the boardroom and break room. The importance of constructive feedback emerges as a critical theme, emphasizing growth through honesty. A humorous story about a CEO's terrible Zoom lighting reinforces the necessity of truthful relationships in leadership. Ultimately, cultivating an environment where feedback is welcomed is essential for effective leadership at any level.
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Welcoming Questions Prevents Problems
- Leaders who cannot be questioned often end up making poor decisions that harm their teams or organizations.
- Encourage environments where honest feedback is welcomed to prevent questionable leadership behavior.
Boardroom vs Break Room Dynamics
- A frequent disconnect exists between leadership and team honesty, with public praise masking private criticism.
- Employees may hold back honest feedback due to fear of job security.
Honesty Edits for Job Security
- Employees tend to reduce their honesty by about 15% to protect their job security.
- This self-censorship happens because speaking up can feel risky financially and professionally.
