Crazy Enough to Win (For Those Who Love the Game of Business)
John Grubbs
180 episodes
1 week ago
Send us a text Most leaders say they want top talent. So why do so few actually hire it? In this episode, we explore the uncomfortable psychology behind why many B and C level leaders struggle to bring A-players onto their teams. Not because of budget. Not because of timing. But because hiring exceptional people quietly threatens identity, status, and control. We break down the hidden mental blind spots that shape hiring decisions, drawing from validated psychological research on ego th...
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Send us a text Most leaders say they want top talent. So why do so few actually hire it? In this episode, we explore the uncomfortable psychology behind why many B and C level leaders struggle to bring A-players onto their teams. Not because of budget. Not because of timing. But because hiring exceptional people quietly threatens identity, status, and control. We break down the hidden mental blind spots that shape hiring decisions, drawing from validated psychological research on ego th...
Is the Leader Too Smart for the Team's Good? Uncovering the Hidden Perils of Solo Brilliance
Crazy Enough to Win (For Those Who Love the Game of Business)
21 minutes
2 years ago
Is the Leader Too Smart for the Team's Good? Uncovering the Hidden Perils of Solo Brilliance
Send us a text Are you the most intelligent person on the team you lead? If so, the team may get held back by your knowledge. By not finding people with more intellectual horsepower, you may be the reason the team will not achieve anything more significant in 2024. When discussing the concept of a leader being the most intelligent person in the room, it's essential to consider both the potential advantages and the significant dangers and limitations that this situation can present. While inte...
Crazy Enough to Win (For Those Who Love the Game of Business)
Send us a text Most leaders say they want top talent. So why do so few actually hire it? In this episode, we explore the uncomfortable psychology behind why many B and C level leaders struggle to bring A-players onto their teams. Not because of budget. Not because of timing. But because hiring exceptional people quietly threatens identity, status, and control. We break down the hidden mental blind spots that shape hiring decisions, drawing from validated psychological research on ego th...
