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The Nice Guy, the Bully and the Kiss
Cautionary Tales with Tim Harford
The Complexity of Leadership: Toughness vs. Niceness
Effective leadership often requires a balance between toughness and niceness. While toughness can drive decisive actions and significant changes, especially in contexts like racial justice, it is not the sole factor for success. Niceness alone may not foster the necessary progress, indicating that leaders sometimes need to adopt a harder stance or even abrasive tactics to achieve their goals. The dynamics of leadership are complex, and understanding when to be tough versus when to be nice is crucial for realizing impactful outcomes.
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