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...
They Don't Like You and It's OK - Overcoming the Need to Be Liked as a Business Leader
Crazy Enough to Win (For Those Who Love the Game of Business)
21 minutes
10 months ago
They Don't Like You and It's OK - Overcoming the Need to Be Liked as a Business Leader
Send us a text The need to be liked is one of business leaders' biggest psychological hurdles. While it's natural to want to be respected and appreciated, an excessive desire for approval can lead to weak decision-making, poor boundaries, and an inability to hold others accountable. From an Adlerian psychology perspective, this struggle stems from mistaken beliefs about self-worth and interpersonal relationships. Leaders who seek validation from others often fear rejection, prioritize harmony...
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...
