No Bullsh!t Leadership Moment 153. What REALLY Makes You More Resilient?
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Dec 28, 2025 Discover the misconception that resilience is merely about toughing it out. Many leaders struggle with composure and self-awareness during stress. Learn about three problematic leader types and how true resilience involves mental strength to keep your team calm. Explore the difference between outward bravado and authentic confidence under pressure. Embrace discomfort by facing challenges, and adopt four mental frames to enhance resilience. Choosing courage can significantly boost your ability to navigate tough situations.
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Calm Trumps Toughness
- Many leaders overestimate their resilience and lack composure in high-stress situations.
- Real resilience is calm, internal confidence rather than superficial bravado.
Three Types Of Fragile Leaders
- Martin G Moore categorizes fragile leaders as landmine, catatonic, or Teflon types.
- Landmine explodes, catatonic freezes, and Teflon blames others under pressure.
Acting Strong Is Not Strength
- Acting strong from fear is different from actually being strong through composure.
- Genuine calm aligns inner feelings with outward behavior, enabling leaders to steady their teams.