🎙️ Ep. 13 - Why Toxic Leaders get Promoted | Command 2 Corporate
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🎖️ Why do we keep promoting toxic leaders?
In this episode of Command 2 Corporate, we unpack Simon Sinek’s controversial insight on why some of the most damaging leaders climb the ladder—while servant leaders get left behind.
With a military and corporate lens, we explore how performance-at-all-costs cultures reward toxic traits, the long-term damage this creates, and how we can change the narrative. If you’ve ever watched a poor leader rise while a great one gets ignored, this episode will hit home.
🎯 Key Takeaways:
🔹 Simon Sinek argues that toxic leaders often get promoted because of high performance - do you agree? Why or why not?
🔹 Why do some organizations prioritize results over relationships - and at what cost?
🔹 What's the responsibility of senior leadership in addressing or preventing toxic leadership behaviors?
🗣️ Like, subscribe, and comment: Have you ever worked under a toxic leader?
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