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In this episode, I’m talking about something I’ve seen again and again in leadership: Toxic Nonchalance. It's when a manager appears calm, easygoing, and “empowering,” but their lack of direction and decisiveness quietly drives everyone crazy. They think they’re creating space. What they’re really creating is stress. I break down how this leadership trap shows up — from unclear expectations and delayed decisions to endless “You decide” moments that leave teams spinning. Drawing on insights from Forbes and Harvard Business Review, I’ll unpack why leaders fall into this pattern, what it signals to employees, and how to shift from passive to purposeful.You’ll learn:
If you’ve ever worried that being too chill might come across as careless, this episode will help you find that sweet spot between calm and confident leadership. Because being easygoing isn’t the goal. Being clear is.
By Aliza Licht4.9
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In this episode, I’m talking about something I’ve seen again and again in leadership: Toxic Nonchalance. It's when a manager appears calm, easygoing, and “empowering,” but their lack of direction and decisiveness quietly drives everyone crazy. They think they’re creating space. What they’re really creating is stress. I break down how this leadership trap shows up — from unclear expectations and delayed decisions to endless “You decide” moments that leave teams spinning. Drawing on insights from Forbes and Harvard Business Review, I’ll unpack why leaders fall into this pattern, what it signals to employees, and how to shift from passive to purposeful.You’ll learn:
If you’ve ever worried that being too chill might come across as careless, this episode will help you find that sweet spot between calm and confident leadership. Because being easygoing isn’t the goal. Being clear is.

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