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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Top posts of the year

And their main takeaways

Permission to Act: The Psychology of Effective Planning | LSW#59

120 implied HN points • 12 Dec 24
💼 Business Entrepreneurship Leadership Strategy Psychology Planning
  1. Plans help us take action, even if they're not perfect. They give us the confidence to start exploring without needing everything to be figured out.
  2. Taking steps forward can bring clarity. Instead of waiting for a perfect plan, moving can help us learn and adjust along the way.
  3. Sometimes, acting on a not-so-accurate map can be better than seeking perfection. It allows us to move forward and learn from our experiences rather than staying stuck.

The Hidden Psychology of Career Choices | LSW#61

100 implied HN points • 06 Feb 25
💼 Business Career Choices Decision-making Personal Growth
  1. Choosing a career is tough because we often fear making the wrong choice. It's important to remember that feeling lost is normal and part of the journey.
  2. It's better to try different jobs and experiences instead of only chasing promotions. You discover more about what you like by experimenting and learning from your experiences.
  3. Regret is a normal part of making choices. It's more about owning your decisions and accepting that every path has ups and downs, rather than looking for a perfect option.

How Much Frustration Can You Tolerate? | LSW#60

90 implied HN points • 16 Jan 25
💼 Business Leadership Personal Growth Goal setting Motivation
  1. Tolerating frustration is important for long-term success. It helps us stick to our goals even when things get tough.
  2. Lowering your standards can actually help. It means accepting that things won't always be easy, which allows us to push through challenges.
  3. Seeing frustration as a teacher can change our mindset. Instead of avoiding it, we should embrace it as part of the growth process.

Think like a Plumber, not a CEO | LSW#58

40 implied HN points • 21 Nov 24
💼 Business Work Culture Productivity Leadership Creativity Mindset
  1. Knowledge work shouldn't just rely on inspiration or perfect conditions. Showing up consistently, like a plumber, leads to real progress.
  2. Instead of waiting for creativity to strike, focus on making a routine and setting clear goals. This structure helps reduce stress and improves productivity.
  3. It's important to value practice and effort over perfection. Producing more often can actually improve the quality of your work over time.