If you've ever tiptoed around a leader's ego, reworded feedback ten different ways, or held back a good idea just to avoid a blow-up, this episode is for you.

We're pulling back the curtain on executive ego fragility: what causes it, how to spot it, and how to deal with it without losing your mind (or your voice).

Here's what you'll take away:

• The root causes behind fragile egos in leadership (hint: it often starts long before the corner office)
• The subtle and not-so-subtle signals you should watch for
• Tactical ways to work with someone whose ego might be getting in the way of good decisions, feedback, or, you know... basic human interaction

And if you're thinking, "Why do I have to adapt to their fragile ego? Why isn't it on them?"... yep, we cover that too.

If you've ever said, "I can't say that, they'll take it the wrong way," this one's for you. 

And if you haven't and don't expect to ever run into ego-driven leaders, then just send it to a friend who has. They'll thank you.

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— OTHER EPISODES YOU MIGHT LIKE —

• Episode 231 - When The Ego Dictates Your Priorities
• Episode 73 - How Great Leaders Control Their Egos

— WHAT’S NEXT? —

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