Build with Leila Hormozi Overpromising Is Killing Your Team | Ep 295
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Jul 9, 2025 In this insightful discussion, the focus is on a common leadership pitfall: overpromising. The negative effects of creating unrealistic expectations are explored, detailing how it can erode trust within a team. Leaders learn the importance of transparency and realistic goal-setting. The message is clear: saying less and delivering more cultivates a healthier team dynamic and paves the way for successful business scaling.
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Overpromising Breaks Trust
- Leaders often overpromise with good intentions but it breaks trust when unmet.
- Overpromising is usually driven by optimism and insecurity, not malice.
False Promises Hurt Teams
- A leader promised a teammate big growth and promotion but didn't follow through.
- This caused disengagement and cynicism, damaging team culture.
Say Less, Do More
- Say less and do more; only promise what you are 100% sure you can deliver.
- Surprise your team with more than expected instead of disappointing them with less.