Season 5: Episode 132: The Human Side of Leadership™: Why Smart People Stay Stuck 2 of 10

Send us Fan Mail Sarah Beth Herman continues her 10-part series, The Human Side of Leadership, with an episode subtitled “Why Smart People Stay Stuck,” exploring how being stuck can look productive or successful while real change is avoided. She argues smart people don’t stay stuck due to lack of information, but because the brain’s primary job is survival, constantly predicting risk based on past experiences; citing Dr. Lisa Feldman Barrett, she explains the brain is trying to protect us, not sabotage us. Instead of seeking fearlessness, she encourages moving forward with fear in the “passenger seat,” taking small steps and practicing new behaviors. She discusses neuroplasticity, emphasizing that repeated actions rewire the brain, and references James Clear’s idea that each action is a vote for the person you believe you are. She closes by urging listeners to take one small step today and previews next week’s topic: why great employees leave. Support the show SOCIALS: No Silver Spoons®: Instagram Dentistry Support: Instagram | Facebook | Linkedin The Dental Collaborative: Facebook Sarah Beth Herman: LinkedIn | Personal Bio | Links Free Training for Dental Offices **DISCLAIMER:** The content provided in this podcast, including by Sarah Beth Herman and any affiliated guests, is for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice, including but not limited to medical, legal, or business consulting services. Listeners engage with the content at their own risk and are responsible for any actions taken based on the information presented. No guarantees are made regarding the accuracy or completeness of the content. For any questions, clarifications, or crediting of sources, please contact us directly, and we will make necessary adjustments.