Why self-awareness—not just strength—is the key to effective leadership.

As a clinical psychologist and executive coach, I’ve seen how those so-called “superstrengths” can quietly become blind spots—especially under stress or in the wrong context.

In the piece, I share real-world examples of leaders whose traits—like conscientiousness, confidence, or introversion—began to sabotage their success. I introduce the concept of the trait blind spot and offer practical strategies to help leaders recognize when their strengths have tipped too far—and how to course-correct before it’s too late.

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