The Promotion Paradox: Why Leadership Declines as You Climb

Getting promoted doesn’t automatically make you a great leader. Lauren talks with author and business leader Sébastien Page about why high performers can struggle as they climb—and the skills that actually make someone an effective leader.

You’ll learn:

• Why high performers can struggle after a promotion
• How to avoid leadership blind spots as you gain authority
• The skills to build now to become a better leader

Show Notes

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Guest Resources:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sebastien-page/?isSelfProfile=false

Book: https://www.amazon.com/Psychology-Leadership-principles-leadership-individuals/dp/1804090921/ 

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