This show is focused on what are sometimes called “fatal flaws.” These typical blindspots for executives and leaders can trump the Emotional Intelligence competencies they have worked hard to master. Then in a few seconds they can get emotionally hijacked and due irreparable damage to their credibility and career. We will also look at the bully at work and what are the costs to the individual and the organization. You will be able to download the Derailer Detector at www.leadersplaybook.com

Our guest for the Star Secret interview is Dr. Robert Sutton. He is a Professor at Stanford Graduate School of Business.

Dr. Sutton has published over 100 articles and 8 books. He and Jeffrey Pfeffer wrote The Knowing-Doing Gap. His latest book is The No Asshole Rule: Building a Civilized Workplace and Surviving One That Isn’t, which will be the focus of this interview. Dr. Sutton’s research and opinions are often described in the press, including the New York Times, The Times (of London), Bus