22 Questions
What is the first solution proposed to improve the quality of leaders?
Promoting individuals into leadership based on competence, humility, and integrity
What is a common error when selecting leaders?
Projecting biases and prejudices during job interviews
What is compared to intuition in the text?
Sense of humor
Why does the text advise against asking women to behave more like incompetent men?
To prevent women from leaning in without talent to back it up
What does the text suggest as a way to improve the competence level of leaders?
Improving personal competence for judging and selecting leaders
How does the text propose to help more women get to leadership positions?
By not lowering standards for selecting female leaders
What is one of the reasons why men are more likely to succeed in their careers according to the speaker?
They are typically more deceived about their talents than women.
Why does the speaker mention that being unaware of one's limitations increases the probability of becoming a boss?
To suggest that self-deception can lead to career advancement.
What does the speaker reveal about the under-representation of women in leadership roles?
It is a universal issue except for Iceland.
How does the speaker describe their role as an organizational psychologist?
Using science and technology to predict human behavior at work.
What is one of the key areas that fascinates the speaker in relation to gender and leadership?
The influence of gender and personality on leadership choices.
Why does the speaker mention that most leaders are incompetent as a bigger problem?
To highlight the lack of leadership qualities in most leaders.
What is the main reason the text provides for many leaders having negative effects on their followers?
Inability to distinguish between confidence and competence
Why do many people perceive confident individuals as having more potential for leadership?
They are charismatic
What is mentioned in the text as a significant factor for the rise of incompetent male leaders?
Love for narcissistic individuals
How does the text describe the best leaders in contrast to charismatic leaders?
Humble and boring
What does the text suggest about our admiration for narcissistic individuals?
It is rising due to our own narcissism
Which of the following phrases reflects the text's stance on leadership advice that nurtures narcissism?
"Love yourself no matter what!"
What does the text imply about leaders who see leadership as an entitlement?
They lack integrity and indulge in reckless risks
How do the best leaders manage their narcissism?
By caring about others and their reputation
What does the text suggest about the allure of charismatic leaders?
It often leads to ineffectiveness in leadership roles
How does the text describe leaders who lack empathy and self-control?
Arrogant and self-absorbed
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