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#841 - Dr Jamil Zaki - How To Be More Hopeful In A Cynical World
Modern Wisdom
Cynicism Breeds Betrayal
Leadership rooted in cynicism cultivates a toxic environment where trust erodes and morale plummets. When leaders assume the worst about their team, they inadvertently encourage the very behavior they fear. By treating all employees as potential wrongdoers, leaders risk alienating their dedicated staff, resulting in a backlash that can manifest in increased absenteeism and disengagement. This dynamic illustrates how negative assumptions can lead to a self-fulfilling prophecy, where employees respond to suspicion with resentment, ultimately harming both the team and organizational performance.
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