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Act Like a Leader, Think Like a Leader

by Herminia Ibarra

Summary & Key Takeaways

We are often told that to change our lives, we must first look inward—reflect, analyze, and gain insight before we act. But Herminia Ibarra, a professor at London Business School, argues that this conventional wisdom is backward. You cannot think your way into a new way of acting; you must act your way into a new way of thinking.In today’s 5-minute briefing on “Act Like a Leader, Think Like a Leader,” we explore the principle of Outsight. Discover why being too good at your current job is a “Competency Trap” that holds you back, and why the only way to become a leader is to start doing leadership work before you feel ready.

About the Author

Herminia Ibarra

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Herminia Ibarra is the Charles Handy Professor of Organisational Behaviour at London Business School and a renowned expert on leadership development and career transitions. Previously a professor at Harvard Business School and INSEAD, she is consistently ranked among the world's top management …

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