How to Stay Calm and Make Smart Leadership Choices Under Pressure
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In this episode, host Jason Rigby delves into the essence of effective leadership—being decisive in the midst of uncertainty. Drawing parallels between the battlefield and boardroom, Jason explores how leaders can navigate chaotic and stressful situations with composure and logic. Key Points Covered in This Episode: The physiological impact of stress on leaders Emotional hijack: how stress affects Decision-making Strategies for making decisions under uncertainty The iterative decision-making process: taking small, informed steps How to overcome analysis paralysis and act with conviction Featured Quotes: “In both the battlefield and the boardroom, uncertainty is a constant. Leaders must be comfortable under pressure and act with logic and decisiveness.” “The full picture is rarely clear, but effective leaders cannot afford to be paralyzed by a lack of complete information.” Resources Mentioned: Book: "Extreme Ownership: How U.S. Navy SEALs Lead and Win" by Jocko Willink and Leif Babin
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