About this episode

The episode explores whether humans are evolved for truth or survival, particularly in the context of leadership and communication.

You’re in a meeting. You ask a straight question. You get a… fuzzy answer. It happens all the time, especially in leadership. Here’s a lens I’ve found incredibly useful when coaching CEOs: Are humans evolved for truth… or for survival? As a CEO, you need truth. You need to know what’s really going on so you can make the right call. But most people? They’re wired for survival. That means: Saying what they think you want to hearAvoiding conflict or responsibilityPlaying safe, not honestEspecial...

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