1,950 - Hindsight Bias: The Leadership Trap | Multifamily Collective

Ever made a bad call and let it shape every decision after that? That’s hindsight bias in action.Hindsight bias limits learning because it convinces us that one past mistake defines future outcomes. One bad hire, one failed project, one wrong move—and suddenly, we’re hesitant to take new risks. Worse yet, some leaders apply this thinking to their teams, defining individuals by a single moment in time instead of evaluating their entire body of work.Real leadership means stepping back and seeing the big picture. If someone gets it right 75–80% of the time, that’s a valuable asset to your organization. If you’re in a company that defines you by your worst moments rather than your full contribution, it might be time to move on.Great leaders allow mistakes, encourage growth, and judge by long-term impact—not single missteps. Are you leading that way?👉 Like, subscribe, and share if you believe leadership is about long-term vision, not short-term judgment.