The importance of stretch in leadership

The speaker reflects on their experiences with different managers, emphasizing the importance of challenging leadership for personal and professional growth. They highlight how being pushed beyond comfort zones leads to better results and development. The speaker values leaders who balance challenge with empathy and context, adapting their style to the needs of their team. They stress the significance of emotional intelligence (EQ) alongside intellectual intelligence (IQ) in effective leadership, and the ability to read and respond to team dynamics to maintain motivation and prevent negativity.

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