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Today’s Leaders Need Vulnerability, Not Bravado

Today’s Leaders Need Vulnerability, Not Bravado | The Work In Progress Report | Scoop.it

Few myths are as pervasive as the notion that leaders ought to appear tough and confident. Or at least, that was the case prior to the current pandemic, which has exposed the many weaknesses of forceful, dominant leaders and highlighted the superiority of those who have the courage to reveal their vulnerabilities....

Illustration by Peter Gehrman.

Sophie Wade's insight:

Having a tough day or week? Or maybe one of your reports is? Dealing with today's challenging business conditions, we need to work closely together, supporting each other, with leaders who emphasize empathy not ego, nurturing inclusive cultures.

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'Old school' executive power disrupted by virtual work

'Old school' executive power disrupted by virtual work | The Work In Progress Report | Scoop.it
Executives are struggling to extend their influence in the virtual work space while employees find remote collaboration more mentally taxing than the office.
Sophie Wade's insight:

Traditional ‘Command and Control’ leadership doesn’t work well in remote working situations. Leading with empathy means oversight versus top down directives are more effective. COVID19 has accelerated leaders’ updating of their mindsets and approaches.

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