The Power of Self-Belief: Empowering or Frightening?

Leadership expert Don Moore warns that organizations should be wary of CEOs who are delusionally overconfident, citing ex-OpenAI CEO Sam Altman as an example. Altman, known for his extreme self-belief, believes that successful people almost have to believe in themselves to the point of delusion. While confidence can help individuals rise to great heights, extreme overconfidence can lead to dysfunction and errors, especially when leaders fail to plan for foreseeable threats. Moore emphasizes the importance of accepting valid criticism to prevent catastrophic mistakes and widespread alienation. Balancing confidence with self-awareness is crucial for effective leadership.