Episode 253

Avoiding the Positivity Delusion

Takeaways

- CEOs should be honest and transparent with their teams, even when the situation is challenging.

- The 'positivity delusion' is the idea that CEOs should always project a positive image, even if it does not reflect the reality of the situation.

- Surrounding oneself with strong and capable people is crucial for success.

- True leadership involves preparing and empowering others to handle difficult situations.


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Chapter Markers:

00:00- Introduction and Background

01:20 - The Positivity Delusion: CEOs Need to Tell It Like It Is

09:24 - Including People and Building Trust


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Travis Maus

Travis Maus is the Chief Executive Officer of S.E.E.D. Planning Group is a fee-only financial planning firm with over 30 employees and locations in New York and Tennessee.

He hosts Unleashing Leadership and co-hosts the award-winning Ditch the Suits Podcast. Ditch the Suits aim is to help listeners get the most from their money and lives.

He is passionate, unfiltered, and committed to building great businesses.