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On this episode of Impact Theory with Tom Bilyeu, he lays out the most fundamental aspects of a good leader. Adam and Tom discuss humility, integrity and the importance of being a giver, not a taker. They also delve deep into the idea of \u201ccognitive entrenchment\u201d, which is a deadly trap that everyone has to deal with, no matter how educated, informed, or driven they are. \n\nThis episode is brought to you by: \nFully: Take $30 off when you spend a minimum of $300 when you visit fully.com/IMPACTTHEORY Audible: Get 1 credit to pick any title and 2 Audible Originals from a monthly selection. Visit audible.com/impact or text IMPACT to 500-500 \n\nSHOW NOTES:\xa0\nWhat are the universal principles of leadership? [1:29] \nAre you a giver or a taker? [2:42] \nAdam explains how to be successful as a giver, and the main traps to avoid [4:31] I\nf you want to lead, you must keep people\u2019s attention on the message, not on you [6:30] \nA leader is like a shepherd, very rarely out in front of the flock [10:03] \nAdam describes the skills leaders need to acquire, and the criticism they need to seek [13:12] \nAdam explains why he works so hard to avoid getting caught up in being right [17:01] \nTeams who have too many superstars don\u2019t win championships [20:53] \nThe leader of a team is often the person who most exemplifies what the group stands for [24:48] \nAdam describes \u201ccognitive entrenchment\u201d where experts get mentally stuck [25:37] \nTom and Adam discuss the need for hyper-specific goals and testable hypotheses [28:47] \nIs there a point where the constant need for personal growth actually becomes harmful? [33:33] \nTom talks about being a synthesizer, instead of being the thinker of original thoughts [37:13] \nDo you care about what you want to say, or about what people will actually hear? [40:36] \nAdam talks about why he doesn\u2019t always follow his intuition [42:04]\xa0\n\nFOLLOW:\xa0\nWEBSITE: www.adamgrant.net \nINSTAGRAM: https://bit.ly/3cVIYMQ\xa0\nFACEBOOK: https://bit.ly/2MMhyhU\xa0\nTWITTER: https://bit.ly/3dTIjNv\xa0\n\nAre You Ready for EXTRA Impact?\nIf you\u2019re ready to find true fulfillment, strengthen your focus, and ignite your true potential, the Impact Theory subscription was created just for you.\nWant to transform your health, sharpen your mindset, improve your relationship, or conquer the business world? This is your epicenter of greatness.\xa0\nThis is not for the faint of heart. This is for those who dare to learn obsessively, every day, day after day.\nSubscription Benefits:\n\nUnlock the gates to a treasure trove of wisdom from inspiring guests like Andrew Huberman, Mel Robbins, Hal Elrod, Matthew McConaughey, and many, many, more\n\nNew episodes delivered ad-free\n\nExclusive access to Tom\u2019s AMAs, keynote speeches, and suggestions from his personal reading list\n\nYou\u2019ll also get access to an 5 additional podcasts with hundreds of archived Impact Theory episodes, meticulously curated into themed playlists covering health, mindset, business, relationships, and more:\n\n\nLegendary Mindset: Mindset & Self-Improvement\n\n\nMoney Mindset: Business & Finance\n\n\nRelationship Theory: Relationships\n\n\nHealth Theory: Mental & Physical Health\n\n\nPower Ups: Weekly Doses of Short Motivational Quotes\xa0\n\nSubscribe on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3PCvJaz\nSubscribe on all other platforms (Google Podcasts, Spotify, Castro, Downcast, Overcast, Pocket Casts, Podcast Addict, Podcast Republic, Podkicker, and more) : https://impacttheorynetwork.supercast.com/\n\nLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices