No Bullsh!t Leadership Moment 142. Are Behaviours REALLY that important?
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Oct 12, 2025 Are high performers always a win for your team? Think again! The podcast dives into the concept of the 'talented jerk' and how these individuals can disrupt team dynamics, no matter their skills. Discover five distinct types of these jerks and the importance of maintaining cultural standards in leadership. If you’re dealing with poor behavior from leaders, it emphasizes the need for intolerance and direct conversations. Leadership isn’t just about talent; it’s about fostering a healthy team environment!
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Performance Requires Healthy Collaboration
- Martin G Moore argues technical excellence alone doesn't make someone a high performer if they can't work well with others.
- He reframes the question to identify employees who are good at the job but poor collaborators.
The Five Flavours Of The Talented Jerk
- Martin G Moore describes the 'talented jerk' who thinks talent licenses bad behaviour and ignores social norms.
- He outlines five common types of these jerks to help leaders recognise patterns.
Archetypes Reveal How Jerks Harm Teams
- Martin G Moore breaks down talented jerks into archetypes like arrogance, rainmaker, technical guru, overconfident, and culture killers.
- Recognising these categories clarifies why each type undermines team function differently.