Humility as Strength

Episode notes

A leader is getting pressured to stop being so prickly and gain some humility. With her coach, she explores whether it’s even possible for humility to ever be a strength. Core concepts in this episode: Humility is confidence without defensiveness. Assess yourself on the humility scale. “How do I respond to challenges?” Humble leaders are confident in their authority. Ask frequently: “How might I be wrong about this?” Humility requires active listening. Questions addressed in this episode: > Are humble leaders perceived as weak? Some people may see humble leaders as weak, but humble leaders are actually confident in their authority. > If humble leaders need confidence, will they be seen as arrogant? No, because humble leaders do not fight for dominance. They invite the opinions of others and are non-defensive when challenged. > How can I tell whether I am humble? Ask yourself, “When I am challenged, what feelings do I experience?” Leaders who respond non-defensively are high in humility. > What practices can I adopt to develop more humility? Ask yourself frequently: “How might I be wrong about this?" > What are the benefits to being a humble leader?