Leading People Why We’re Not As Self-Aware As We Think We Are
Most leaders believe they’re self-aware.
Research suggests otherwise.
Studies indicate that while the majority of us think we understand how we show up, only a small percentage are accurately perceived that way by others. And under pressure — in uncertainty — those blind spots don’t stay hidden.
- They shape our decisions.
- Our relationships.
- Our leadership.
In this episode of Leading People, Gerry Murray speaks with researcher and author Dr Julia Carden about why self-awareness is far rarer than we assume — and why it matters most in uncertain environments.
We explore:
- Why other people’s perceptions of us don’t update as quickly as we think
- What makes feedback useful rather than threatening
- The role of identity and ego in leadership blind spots
- Why self-acceptance is a quiet but powerful leadership strength
- And how self-awareness builds adaptive capacity in unstable times
If you’ve ever wondered why capable, intelligent leaders can still get in their own way — this conversation will give you language, research, and practical insight to reflect on your own leadership.
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Listen in — and notice what you'll discover about yourself
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