Apr 1, 2015

Leaders Win Trust When They Show a Bit of Humanity

Simple ways for leaders to increase impact.


The article explores the declining trust in business leadership, highlighting a phenomenon called the “dehumanization of leadership” where executives are expected to be superhuman or super-machines. Leaders are traditionally trained to hide vulnerabilities, minimize risks, and maintain constant control, which paradoxically undermines their credibility. This approach of presenting an infallible image has contributed to historically low trust levels in business leadership. The piece suggests that by showing more humanity and acknowledging their imperfections, leaders can actually build stronger, more authentic connections with their teams and stakeholders.

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