At The Table with Patrick Lencioni 248. Leadership Lessons From the Kisscam
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Aug 5, 2025 Leaders often struggle with the pitfalls of praise, which can inflate their egos. A recent viral kiss cam incident serves as a cautionary tale about the dangers of entitlement and isolation. The podcast emphasizes the need for leaders to stay grounded, especially in their family lives. It discusses the emotional strain of balancing work and family commitments, and how recognition of early relationship signs can prevent further issues. Ultimately, it advocates for aligning family and professional goals to foster deeper connections and fulfillment in leadership.
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Ego Inflation in Leadership
- Leaders often become "reward-centered," believing they deserve special treatment and praise.
- This ego inflation distorts their view of personal life, leading to poor decisions.
Work vs. Home Reality Gap
- At work, leaders receive exaggerated praise compared to home life.
- This contrast can lead them to feel they "deserve more" at home and devalue family duties.
Use Family Priority as Accountability
- Regularly say and mean that your family is your top priority.
- Let coworkers and family hold you accountable to that priority.
