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The Motive

11 min read 14 min listen Narrated by Sophie
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What’s it about?

A business fable that exposes the uncomfortable truth behind why people become leaders—and why the wrong motive can sabotage an entire organization.

You’ll learn

  • Two motives for leading: reward vs. responsibility
  • Why avoiding hard conversations hurts your team
  • Meetings are a leader's most powerful tool
  • Accountability is an act of respect, not cruelty