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“It simply doesn’t occur to them that after they get promoted to a leadership position, no one is going to come out and say, “Now that you are a manager, I can no longer be as candid with you.” Instead, many new leaders assume, wrongly, that their access to information is unchanged. But that is…” quote by Ed Catmull
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““It simply doesn’t occur to them that after they get promoted to a leadership position, no one is going to come out and say, “Now that you are a manager, I can no longer be as candid with you.” Instead, many new leaders assume, wrongly, that their access to information is unchanged. But that is just one example of how hidden-ness affects a manager’s ability to lead.””

Ed Catmull

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This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

New managers often assume unchanged access to information, overlooking hidden dynamics that affect leadership.

In simple terms: Leaders think they still have the same info.

Key Takeaway

Recognize hidden barriers in leadership.

Themes

leadership communication information flow management psychology

Mood

analytical pragmatic insightful

Type

professional educational

When to use this quote

  • team meetings
  • performance reviews
  • strategic planning
  • conflict resolution
  • training programs

Key Concepts

organizational behavior cognitive bias transparency

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can you surface hidden information?
  • What practices build transparent communication?
A Different Perspective

Leaders may resist acknowledging hidden barriers.

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