#333: That wouldn't work in my team - or would it?
About this episode
Ben explores why leaders dismiss new ideas and how they can evaluate new approaches more intentionally.
Many leaders quickly dismiss leadership ideas by saying they won't work in their team or industry. In this episode, Ben explores why this reaction happens, what may be sitting underneath it, and how leaders can become more intentional about evaluating new approaches. Key Takeaways Dismissing ideas quickly may be a way of avoiding discomfort. Deeply held beliefs can prevent leaders from adopting useful approaches. Leadership models often need adaptation rather than outright rejection. Quote "Maybe the real answer is I'm not comfortable or confident in trying to do that in my team." Resources Ben's personal website – https://benbrearley.com/
More episodes of The Thoughtful Leader Podcast with Ben Brearley
- #336: Is a work team really similar to a professional sporting team?
- #335: Don't bring an "Engineering mindset" to your team.
- #334: "Don't bring me problems, bring me solutions."
- #332: 5 things you'll need to deal with that difficult person.
- #331: Are you walking on eggshells in your team?
- #330: Maintaining personality and values balance in a team.
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