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The Deep End Delusion: Why Throwing Leaders In Doesn't Work

The Deep End Delusion: Why Throwing Leaders In Doesn't Work

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Still throwing new leaders in the deep end and hoping they’ll swim?

In this episode, Simon unpacks the dangerous cliché of “sink or swim” leadership — and why it’s damaging your culture, your results, and your people. Learn how to replace lazy leadership defaults with intentional development strategies that actually work.

You’ll walk away with a new lens on leader development — and a few clichés worth retiring forever.


Monthly Theme: Developing Leaders 0:00

The Danger of Leadership Clichés 3:25

Throwing Leaders in the Deep End 8:54

The Ripple Effects of Poor Development 13:49

Better Solutions for Leader Growth 18:32

Proactive Leadership Development Strategies 22:52

Links and resources mentioned in the show

The 5 Shifts Authentic Leaders Make - PDF

Are you Leading or just Managing - Blog Post

Pulse Check for Authentic Leaders - PDF

Plenty in 20: Elevating your Leadership Through Coaching Conversations

The Culture Nerds Newsletter: a free monthly summary of subscriber resources

Authentic Leadership – a product page for those who want to explore the services we offer

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