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Leading for Others

Great Leadership By Dan

It’s natural to gravitate toward, and develop bonds with, people who look like, talk like, and think like we do. In addition to the well-known dangers of groupthink, when leaders exclude Others , they also exclude the varied perspectives and ideas that could help the leaders make better and more imaginative decisions.

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Start Networking with People Outside Your Industry

Harvard Business Review

First, if your network has become too narrow, you limit your options in case of a career change, or a downturn in your company or industry. Additionally, you’re more prone to groupthink if you’re not exposed to diverse perspectives and points of view. But you have to play the long game.