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People gravitate toward arrogant leaders in uncertain times because they mistake swagger for strength and skill.

Drawn from what Adam Grant said

What these subjects mean

humility Knowing what you do not know: whether it makes you learn and decide better, or costs you the self-belief that gets things done.

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.

Why does humility matter?under our view: It only works paired with confidence

What Adam Grant actually said

  1. Adam Grant Organizational psychologist and professor at the Wharton School
    People are more drawn to arrogant leaders in an uncertain world, because they mistake swagger for strength and skill.

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