Sometimes, the hardest barriers to growth aren’t the challenges we face on the outside - they’re the silent battles in our own minds.

In this episode, Ramona Shaw unpacks five thought patterns that can quietly sabotage leaders. These traps aren’t always easy to spot because they often masquerade as wisdom or practicality.

Understanding these traps is the first step to overcoming them. Let’s dig into what they are, why they happen, and how you can step past them to become the best leader you can be.

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Reflective Questions:

- Do you frequently assume your team is too busy to take on additional tasks?

- How often do you think you should be the most knowledgeable person in the room?

- Do you hesitate to share your perspective with senior leaders?

- Are you always available for your team and think that you should be?

- How do you respond to mistakes - both your own and your team’s? 

 RESOURCES MENTIONED —

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— WHAT’S NEXT? —

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