Episode 65: I’m the Boss! Why Should I Care if You Like Me?

The 90th Percentile: An Unconventional Leadership Podcast

Published: February 16, 2022

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Many people assume that it’s possible for a person to be an effective leader without being really likable. After all, work isn’t a popularity contest. That is technically true, but you may not like the odds. In this episode, we’re revealing why even if you’re a senior leader or project manager you still should care if people like you.

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I’m the Boss? Why Should I Care if You Like Me?– Harvard Business Review Article by Jack Zenger & Joe Folkman