17. Gutless Leadership, the Deadly Sins That Erode Performance

It is easy to do what those around you want and like; it is far easier to do the easy and less challenging thing that those around you would like.

It is far more difficult to take a stand when the right and necessary thing to do is not in favor with those around you!

The gutless leader is the leader who is led by opinion polls and is less educated!

Jeff Magee

Learning Objective

After completing this section of the course, you will be able to describe the symptoms of failing leadership for further understanding and avoidance.

Imagine that you are flying a super commercial airliner. The combined energies of many people make this feat possible. As the pilot, you lead a team of individuals. ...

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