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519 :: How Smart Leadership Teams Make Terrible Decisions: The Hidden Trap of Groupthink
Why do smart, experienced leadership teams occasionally make decisions that look obvious in hindsight?
Many leaders believe groupthink happens when people are afraid to speak up or when teams lack diversity. But research from Yale psychologist Irving Janis reveals something far more uncomfortable: Groupthink often appears in the strongest, most trusting teams.
When loyalty, speed, and harmony become priorities, teams may unknowingly stop challenging assumptions—leading to flawed decisions, costly project mistakes, and missed opportunities.
In this episode, we highlight a few powerful…
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