When Leadership Matters Vol 2 2025 New - Flipbook - Page 31
When Leadership Matters
leaders hire based on familiarity, they may miss out on
people who possess unique skills or unconventional
approaches to problem-solving, which can hinder the
leadership team's ability to adapt and stay competitive in a
rapidly changing business environment.
Team members who feel that the best candidates are
not being chosen may become demotivated and
disengaged. Hiring for comfort can erode trust in
leadership. Hiring the best candidate, regardless of
expectations or appearances, provides an opportunity for
the team to learn from diverse perspectives and skillsets.
Hiring for comfort can perpetuate bias and
discrimination, leading to an exclusionary work
environment. This not only affects team dynamics but also
hinders the organization's ability to attract top talent from
diverse backgrounds. On the other hand, this variety
brings fresh viewpoints, creativity, and varied problemsolving approaches that can catapult the strategic thinking
and decisive actions needed in today’s rapidly changing
work and learning environments. Diverse teams with
varied experiences are more likely to generate innovative
ideas and unique solutions to complex problems.
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