Why Emotions and Ego Distort Boardroom Decisions
Episode Description
Even experienced leaders can ignore critical facts when emotions run high.
Sir Andrew Likierman explains how feelings, pressure, and ego can distort boardroom decisions, especially during mergers and acquisitions
In this clip from Grit in the Boardroom, he shares why strong corporate governance requires leaders to recognise bias and avoid flawed strategic decision making.
Brief Summary
Emotions and ego significantly influence corporate decision-making during mergers.
Key points
- The Role of Emotions in Choices. Emotions significantly influence decision-making, especially in high-stakes situations like company takeovers.
- Ego in Leadership. Ego plays a role in decision-making, but it's not the sole driver for leaders.
