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1773: You’re Not as Good a Leader as You Think You Are AND 4 Characteristics of a Toxic Workplace by Molly Fletcher
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Episode 1773:
Molly Fletcher unpacks how unchecked ego can quietly sabotage effective leadership, emphasizing that true influence comes from humility, curiosity, and continuous growth. She also identifies four warning signs of a toxic workplace, urging leaders to prioritize clarity, alignment, and accountability to create healthier, more productive cultures.
Read along with the original article(s) here: https://mollyfletcher.com/leadership-ego/ & https://mollyfletcher.com/4-characteristics-toxic-workplace/
Quotes to ponder:
"Ego screams for attention. Humility doesn’t have to."
"When there’s a lack of clarity, people make assumptions. And assumptions are dangerous."
"Toxic cultures can form when there’s a lack of accountability and alignment."
Episode references:
Dare to Lead: https://www.amazon.com/Dare-Lead-Brave-Conversations-Hearts/dp/0399592520
The Advantage by Patrick Lencioni: https://www.amazon.com/Advantage-Organizational-Everything-Business-Lencioni/dp/0470941529
Ego is the Enemy: https://www.amazon.com/Ego-Enemy-Ryan-Holiday/dp/1591847818
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2751 episodes
1773: You’re Not as Good a Leader as You Think You Are AND 4 Characteristics of a Toxic Workplace by Molly Fletcher
Optimal Work Daily - Career, Productivity and Entrepreneurship
Manage episode 498962425 series 1318600
Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com.
Episode 1773:
Molly Fletcher unpacks how unchecked ego can quietly sabotage effective leadership, emphasizing that true influence comes from humility, curiosity, and continuous growth. She also identifies four warning signs of a toxic workplace, urging leaders to prioritize clarity, alignment, and accountability to create healthier, more productive cultures.
Read along with the original article(s) here: https://mollyfletcher.com/leadership-ego/ & https://mollyfletcher.com/4-characteristics-toxic-workplace/
Quotes to ponder:
"Ego screams for attention. Humility doesn’t have to."
"When there’s a lack of clarity, people make assumptions. And assumptions are dangerous."
"Toxic cultures can form when there’s a lack of accountability and alignment."
Episode references:
Dare to Lead: https://www.amazon.com/Dare-Lead-Brave-Conversations-Hearts/dp/0399592520
The Advantage by Patrick Lencioni: https://www.amazon.com/Advantage-Organizational-Everything-Business-Lencioni/dp/0470941529
Ego is the Enemy: https://www.amazon.com/Ego-Enemy-Ryan-Holiday/dp/1591847818
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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