Ever wonder why top performers sometimes crash and burn when they step into leadership? In this episode, we’re confronting the Peter Principle—the nagging theory that people rise to their level of incompetence, leaving them (and their teams) in a mess. From the misaligned promotions that erode team cohesion to the morale-killing effects of bad leadership, we’re peeling back the layers on a phenomenon that’s more common than you’d think.
We’re tackling three big questions: 🔹 What is the Peter Principle, and why does it happen so often? 🔹 How does it erode trust, collaboration, and overall productivity? 🔹 What can organizations and individuals do to break the cycle?
Expect eye-opening insights, honest confessions, and some lighthearted humor as we delve into: ✅ The research behind the Peter Principle and its real-world impact
✅ Why promoting the right people at the right time isn’t as easy as it sounds
✅ Practical strategies to identify true leadership potential and keep your talent thriving
Tune in and learn how to stop promotions from going spectacularly wrong. Full show notes here: https://rb.gy/dc0tz9. Episode drops March 11!
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