The Art of Charm

Stress Isn’t the Enemy: The Science of Peak Leadership Performance | Sebastien Page

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Apr 14, 2025
Sebastien Page, Chief Investment Officer at T. Rowe Price and author of The Psychology of Leadership, dives deep into what makes a great leader. He discusses the paradox of stress, revealing why some levels can actually enhance performance. Unpacking the myth of the 'always calm' leader, he emphasizes the importance of self-awareness and interpersonal relationships. Sebastien warns against unchecked goals leading to burnout and encourages aligning personal values with ambitions to foster true success.
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ANECDOTE

The Handball Player's Best Loss

  • Sebastien Page recounts a story about a sports psychologist and handball player, Dr. Daniel Zimmer.
  • Dr. Zimmer described his best match ever, which he lost, highlighting the importance of learning from losses and building resilience.
INSIGHT

Optimal Stress and Peak Performance

  • Peak performance isn't achieved at zero stress; an optimal stress level exists.
  • Understanding this allows you to leverage stress for better performance in various areas of life.
ADVICE

Tailor Leadership to Stress Tolerance

  • Recognize that different people have different stress tolerance levels.
  • Tailor your leadership approach based on the task and the individual's stress response for optimal team management.
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