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A Paradox of Leadership

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Stowe Boyd
Oct 29, 2024
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One of the paradoxes of leadership is that the better you are at it, the less people tend to notice you. When leaders remain calm and consistent, and unite people over a sensible course of action, observers may be less likely to recognize their influence or give them proper credit.

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