5 Questions That Unleash Humility
Humility takes you further than arrogance.
If you were half as talented as you believe, you’d be twice as successful as you are.
Humility shows up as curiosity.
Here are 5 Questions that Unleash Humility.
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The Leader on a Donkey
The leader’s high horse is a donkey.
You have a unique set of abilities, but not everyone is remarkable.
Very few managers are remarkably gifted. Assume you aren’t one. About one in 10 people possess the talent to manage. Companies get talent decisions wrong 82% of the time. (Gallup)
How to get on a donkey…
The Generosity Advantage
Skill can’t compensate for a stingy heart.
Advantage grows when it’s given.
Generosity multiplies influence.
Let what comes to you flow through you.
Do you know the four foundational strengths of generosity?
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The Weakness Advantage
Weakness is an asset.
Don’t wait until you have it all together to lead. You’re disqualified from leadership if you don’t have weaknesses.
Make the most of frailties.
Your struggle is your laboratory.
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The Humility Advantage
Jim Collins said, “Humble leaders look in the mirror when things go wrong and out the window when things go right.”
Arrogance advantages self over others.
Competence without humility creates dangerous capability.
Humility puts strength to work for others.
Here’s how to spot the humility advantage.
The Elimination of Humility in Leadership
Let’s dispense with the bothersome notion of humility in leadership. It’s an outdated virtue praised by philosophers, saints, and other underachievers.
It has no place in the modern pursuit of dazzling leadership.
Tip: All emerging leaders should be trained in the art of arrogance.