Elevate with Robert Glazer Elevate Classics: Patrick Lencioni on Why Leaders Must Lean on Values
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Apr 29, 2025 Patrick Lencioni, co-founder of The Table Group and a leadership expert, shares his insights on the critical role of values in effective leadership. He discusses how leaders can navigate sociopolitical issues while aligning company culture with core values. Lencioni emphasizes the importance of honest communication and the balance between diversity and unified identity within organizations. He also touches on the challenges of maintaining inclusivity in a polarized society, advocating for thoughtful engagement and respect for differing beliefs.
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Core Values Define Inclusion
- True diversity and inclusion require shared core values, not uniform beliefs on every issue.
- Companies should be clear about their core values so employees can find the right cultural fit.
Risks of Socio-political Stances
- When companies take hard stances on socio-political issues, they risk alienating employees who disagree.
- Leaders must be honest about new core values to avoid making employees feel unwelcome or excluded.
The Hypocrisy in Inclusion
- Inclusion is hypocritical if people are only included when they agree with certain views.
- Employees often feel excluded if they cannot express disagreement without risking their job.