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Episode Synopsis
We throw around the term “self-awareness” like everyone knows what it means, but how many of us actually practice it?In this episode of Bad Bosses, Great Leaders, neuroscience-informed leadership coach Yosi Kossowsky breaks down why so many smart people struggle to lead well. From engineers to executives, Yosi’s seen one pattern repeat: people don’t change because they know better, they change when they can feel better, observe themselves, and choose differently.Rebecca and Yosi dive into:Why cognitive insight doesn’t translate to behavior changeHow to give feedback without triggering defensivenessThe real neuroscience behind emotional regulation and burnoutWhat leaders can do to influence without controlHow ambiguous language (“be strategic,” “do better”) derails teamsPractical prompts for increasing your self-awareness and your team’sIf you’ve ever struggled to manage yourself while leading others—or felt the weight of burnout creeping in—this one’s for you.Connect with Yosi on LinkedInYosi Kossowsky's WebsiteSupport the showTIKTOK INSTAGRAM YOUTUBE
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