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Understanding YourArtist Leadership Trait

Leaders who are predominant Artists are perhaps the most creative and innovative leaders. The creativity of Artists is driven by their deep understanding of themselves. Unfortunately, this tendency to engage in deep introspection can lead to many problems. Derailing, predominant Artists often feel they lack self-worth. This, in turn, makes them uncomfortable in their social roles and relationships with others. As a result, derailing, predominant Artists may avoid carrying out their leadership responsibilities and let their employees direct themselves. Artists can become so self-involved that they lose touch with everyone but themselves. They stop paying attention to the needs of others and exist ...

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