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127: Why "Use Your Best Judgment" Is the Most Dangerous Instruction in Leadership
"Use your best judgment."
It sounds empowering. It sounds like trust.
It's actually one of the most dangerous instructions leaders give.
Because without clear expectations, standards, and boundaries, people don't feel empowered—they feel exposed.
In this episode of The Leadership Sandbox, Tammy J. Bond breaks down why this common leadership phrase creates confusion, inconsistency, and hidden risk inside teams.
You'll learn:
• Why ambiguity kills performance and trust
• How role clarity impacts decision-making
• What psychological safety actually requires
• Why leaders default to vague…
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