Some in leadership positions believe that to be an effective leader, they must be the smartest person at their company and if they are not, it somehow sends a signal to their staff that the leader is inept. In reality, no one is an expert in everything.
Source: LinkedInPulse, June 3, 2019. Link Great leaders aren’t know-it-alls who constantly try to outshine everyone. They admit when they’re wrong and genuinely want to learn from others. At the end of the day, it’s not about being the smartest person in the room. It’s about building a team with the smartest people you can find.
INSIGHTS: If you are the smartest person in the room, you’re in the wrong room. Challenge yourself and step up your game by stepping up your surroundings.