leadership doubts

The Leadership Questions No One Admits to Having: Part Two

Leadership often requires conveying decisiveness and determination. Yet it’s natural to lose your moxie upon occasion. And picking yourself up after a setback can be challenging but it’s a key part of being in a leadership role. As a coach, I’ve had occasion to witness the questions leaders often ask themselves in private. This is Part 2 of a two-part post. This one addresses setbacks and losses; Part 1 explored doubts and fears.

Here’s one of the questions: “I am just so exhausted and tired of battling with the world. What can I do to regain my enthusiasm?”

The Leadership Questions No One Admits to Having: Part One

Leadership often requires conveying confidence and purposefulness. Yet it’s not unusual to have self doubt and become discouraged. As a coach, I’ve had occasion to explore the questions leaders ask themselves in private. In this two-part post, we’ll explore common questions raised by people I’ve spoken with. Part One addresses several doubts and fears that keep people up at night.