korrents

Our readingWhat is a korrent?

A leader who projects unflappable seriousness causes their team to hide problems and honest feedback.

Drawn from what Ken Norton said

What these subjects mean

management Running the place: an executive's calendar, dissent, severance, and what a manager is actually for.

behavioural science Applying how people actually decide to policy, rather than assuming how they should.

What Ken Norton actually said

  1. Ken Norton Executive coach for product leaders
    Nobody wants to follow a joyless leader. If your presence signals, "Everything is fine. I've got this all figured out. Please don't show me anything messy," your team will take the hint.

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