Heidi Wayment

Heidi Wayment, a social psychology professor at Northern Arizona University and co-author of Transcending Self-Interest, discusses the impact of the ego on workplace dynamics. She explains what a 'quiet ego' is and its importance for well-being and collaboration. Heidi also shares insights on how fear can trigger a noisy ego and the role of self-compassion in quieting it. Fascinatingly, she describes innovative strategies being employed in the US military to help leaders manage their egos effectively, ensuring better team performance and resilience.