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Feb 21, 2022Liked by Deb Liu

I’ve rarely seen tech leaders admit so clearly when they are wrong. This leaves space for more risk taking and boldness for reduced fear of having gotten it wrong (because they’ve seen the example). Thanks as always for writing Deb.

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I wrote this article thinking about the post I shared just before I left Facebook acknowledging a mistake I made during a hiring process. I thought about writing it for years, and I finally got the courage to do so during my second sabbatical. Even saying it out loud felt fraught, but I am glad I did it.

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Feb 22, 2022Liked by Deb Liu

I remember that post. It was powerful because you showed both sides. A good message of "LEADERS ARE HUMAN TOO!" lol

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This is a fantastic article. Thanks for writing, Deb.

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I trained myself to think about it differently. When I mistake, I assume that at least some people see it for what it is, and thus admitting my mistake is better than leaving it out there. Sometimes acknowledging the mistake brings it to the attention of more people if done publicly, but it beats rug sweeping in which those who notice wonder why you didn't say anything.

Don't allow shame to stop you from making proactive admission of fault. Just as you see in your personal life, you will get more positive outcomes in work relationships by being more open as well.

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