Ivy League psychologist identifies 3 fixable traits of bad bosses: selfishness, cowardice, and lack of vision
Columbia Business School social psychologist Adam Galinsky identifies three common traits of bad bosses: selfishness, cowardice, and lack of big-picture vision. Drawing from over 20 years of leadership research and his new book "Inspire," Galinsky argues these traits are fixable through self-awareness and behavioral change. The article, based on his appearance on "The Anxious Achiever" podcast, explores how leaders can recognize and overcome these shortcomings to become more effective.
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One of the core themes of my research...
They're selfish, cowardly or lacking in big-picture vision
The most 'infuriating' bosses share these 3 common traits
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