
Togetherness and Individuality with Dr. Michael DeRuyter
The Leader's Journey Podcast
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Aspire to Calmness, Not Perfection
Leaders should aim to be calmer than those around them, recognizing that achieving complete calm isn't necessary. Progress from a higher state of agitation to a lower level of stress is a valid goal. Rather than seeking perfection, leaders can focus on incremental improvements in their calmness. Additionally, it's crucial for leaders to acknowledge that an overemphasis on team unity and cohesion can undermine individual autonomy within the group, potentially sabotaging the team's overall effectiveness.
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