Speaking of Psychology How to be an inspiring leader, with Adam Galinsky, PhD
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Jan 29, 2025 
Adam Galinsky, PhD, a social psychologist and Paul Colello Professor of Leadership and Ethics at Columbia Business School, shares insights from his book, "Inspire: The Universal Path for Leading Yourself and Others." He discusses the stark contrast between inspiring and infuriating leaders. Listeners learn about the leader amplification effect and the importance of mindful communication. Galinsky emphasizes that traits like optimism can be cultivated, enhancing leadership abilities in both personal and professional spheres. Reflection and personal values also play a key role in inspiring success.
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Leader Amplification Effect
- Leaders have an amplified effect; their actions, big or small, are magnified.
- This means neutrality isn't possible; leaders always inspire or infuriate.
Kahneman's Impact
- Adam Galinsky recalls being humiliated by Danny Kahneman's criticism in class as a doctoral student.
- Weeks later, a casual compliment from Kahneman had the opposite, uplifting effect.
Mindful Leadership
- Be mindful of the power of your words and actions, even silence, as a leader.
- Regularly update and communicate, even on small matters, to avoid creating anxiety.
