The Leading Sapiens Weekly

The Leading Sapiens Weekly explores leadership development through diverse lenses such as psychology, philosophy, practical action, and introspection. It emphasizes adaptability, understanding implicit biases, leveraging unique leadership styles, and embracing creativity and metacognition for professional growth and effective decision-making in dynamic organizational environments.

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LSW #10 Self doubt, imposter syndrome and peak performance

0 implied HN points • 06 Jun 22
  1. Self doubt and imposter syndrome are common among high performers.
  2. Instead of trying to eliminate doubt, view it as a signal for growth.
  3. Awareness of concepts like the Dunning-Kruger effect and Impostor Syndrome can help in personal development.

LSW#4 Deliberate practice in leadership and communication

0 implied HN points • 25 Apr 22
  1. Implement deliberate practice in leadership to improve communication skills.
  2. Understand the three axioms of human communication for effective conversations.
  3. Focus on being aware and respectful of others' purposes, concerns, and circumstances to create value in communication.

LSW #5 Effect of technology and our expectations of speed

0 implied HN points • 02 May 22
  1. Technology changes our expectations of speed in everything we do.
  2. Leadership should understand the human domain and promote growth and development.
  3. Reflection is key to understanding where change efforts may have gone wrong.

LSW #1 Leadership effectiveness, conversational shit, and like fish in water

0 implied HN points • 04 Apr 22
  1. Conversations are crucial in leadership and can significantly impact effectiveness.
  2. Avoid falling into the trap of using 'conversational shit' like cliched small talk, lies, or unrealistic grandiose plans.
  3. Reflect on your conversations regularly to avoid unproductive communication patterns.
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