Here’s Why Overly Optimistic Leadership During Times Of Change Can Backfire

November 22, 2022

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Being an optimistic leader is usually an asset.

Those individuals tend to see the good in situations, reframe challenges as opportunities, remain calm in high-pressure situations and aren’t easily derailed by setbacks. And on the heels of a years-long pandemic and growing economic uncertainty, one would think a positive outlook would be welcomed. But a new study from Notion Consulting, a leadership and transformation consultancy, found overly optimistic leadership during times of change unintentionally drives an organizational divide between staff…read more