When you take on a leadership role, you know there are some challenges you will have to face. However, there are several internal challenges that you must overcome in order to be a great leader. They are overcoming the consequences of isolation, fighting cynicism, embracing dissent, and balancing confidence and collaboration. Read on to find out how to overcome these obstacles to be a successful leader.
Key Takeaways:
- Underneath all the perks of power, there lurks a pervasive and potentially debilitating sense of isolation that can compromise a leader’s ability to pilot their organization effectively.
- To fight through the psychological strain, leaders need to make a conscious shift to catch themselves when they start to slip into cynical patterns.
- Seeking out constructive dissent isn’t necessarily an easy task, especially for executives at the very top of their companies.
“Those in power often over-apply this principle and become more suspicious of any kind acts they are offered, irrespective of the source.”
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