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6 Lies Leaders Tell Themselves

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Last updated: 2023/07/22 at 12:10 PM
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Leadership is a challenging but rewarding role. However, it can also be easy for leaders to fall into the trap of believing lies about themselves and their role.

These lies can lead to poor decision-making, conflict, and even failure.

Here are six of the most common lies that leaders tell themselves:

  1. I don’t need advice. Every leader needs advice from time to time. No one is perfect, and we all make mistakes. Having a trusted group of advisors can help us to avoid making costly mistakes and to make better decisions overall.
  2. I’m entitled to special treatment. Leaders may have certain privileges, but they are not entitled to special treatment. In fact, leaders should be held to a higher standard of behavior than others. They should be humble, approachable, and willing to serve others.
  3. Young people don’t know anything. This is simply not true. Young people are often full of fresh ideas and new perspectives. They can be a valuable asset to any team. Leaders should be open to hearing from young people and valuing their contributions.
  4. No one should question my decisions. This is a recipe for disaster. Leaders need to be open to feedback from their team members. If they are not, they will quickly lose the respect of their team and make poor decisions.
  5. Flirting with the opposite sex is harmless. This is a lie that can have serious consequences. Flirting can lead to emotional entanglements, which can damage marriages and careers. Leaders should avoid any situation that could lead to inappropriate behavior.
  6. I’m more important than the people around me. This is a dangerous lie. Leaders should never forget that they are only as good as the people they surround themselves with. They should be humble and grateful for the contributions of their team members.

These are just a few of the lies that leaders tell themselves. By being aware of these lies, leaders can avoid making costly mistakes and can become more effective leaders.

How to Avoid Telling Yourself These Lies

There are a few things that leaders can do to avoid telling themselves these lies. First, they need to be honest with themselves about their strengths and weaknesses. They need to be aware of their blind spots and be willing to get feedback from others. Second, they need to be humble and open to learning from others. They should be willing to listen to feedback and to change their minds when necessary. Third, they need to be willing to admit when they are wrong. They should not be afraid to apologize when they make mistakes.

By following these tips, leaders can avoid telling themselves these lies and can become more effective leaders.

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