The 3 leadership myths. In this episode Judith Germain speaks to Jodi Hume about leadership myths and decision fatigue.
Key Takeaways
- Hustle culture and the idea that it’s “lonely at the top” are damaging myths about leadership
- Emotional/energetic regulation is crucial for optimal executive functioning and decision making
- Having a support network you can process decisions with is key to avoiding decision fatigue
- Saying “yes” and figuring things out along the way can build confidence
Topics:
Leadership Myths
- The myth of hustle culture and needing to constantly push, leads to poor decisions and impaired judgement due to lack of rest and renewal
- Emotional regulation and rest are prerequisites for executive functioning and sound decision making
- There are 7 kinds of rest: physical, mental, creative, social, sensory, spiritual, emotional
- It should not feel “lonely at the top” – this is damaging and a sign of an unmet need
- Verbal processors need people they can confidentially talk through decisions with
Decision Fatigue
- Decision fatigue stems from uncertainty and too many choices requiring judgement calls
- When clarity is unavailable, confidence in your knowledge/intuition can guide choices
- If you can’t know the “right” choice, have courage to take action and course-correct later
- Overthinking leads to decision paralysis which is the real risk
Confidence vs Imposter Syndrome
- For some, confidence comes from saying yes then figuring it out along the way
- This builds self-efficacy and scrappy resourcefulness over time
- Natural doubt is not the same as imposter syndrome and is important to retain
- Neurodivergence contributes strengths like risk tolerance that aid entrepreneurship
In this conversation they discuss how neurodivergence often aids entrepreneurship, with different thinking driving innovation. Understanding individual needs optimises one’s decision-making.
They agree doubt ensures prudence but imposter syndrome labels normal fears. Success emerges from navigating uncertainty, not perfectionism.
After a 15 year career as COO of a rapidly growing architecture firm, Jodi Hume now provides on-call decision support and facilitated leadership conversations for startup founders and entrepreneurs across the globe. She is also lead singer of The Waffles.
Maverick leadership is all about thinking outside the box and challenging the status quo. It’s about having the courage to take risks and the confidence to lead in a way that is authentic and genuine.
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The consequences of not having the right level of influence as a leader can be significant. Without the ability to inspire and motivate others, you may struggle to achieve your goals and make a real impact.
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Jodi Hume can be found on LinkedIn here. Her website is here.
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