Why good people become bad bosses | Jamie Woolf and Christopher Bell

Jamie Woolf and Dr. Chris Bell discuss the phenomenon of "power blindness," where individuals in positions of authority lose sight of how their actions affect those with less power. Woolf shares a personal anecdote of being a bad boss and realizing her shortcomings after an employee's emotional feedback. Bell discusses how his personal experiences with racial bias have shaped his leadership style and the importance of vulnerability. They emphasize the need for self-reflection, asking questions about one's "armor," potential fears people have in speaking up, and how to change behavior to avoid becoming a toxic boss, ultimately advocating for leaders to break the cycle of bad management.