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Avoidance ≠ Harmony: How Conflict-Avoidant Leadership Backfires
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In this episode of the Culture Focused Practice podcast, I’m coming in hot with one of the most damaging leadership myths out there: that avoiding conflict is the same as keeping the peace. Spoiler alert—it’s not.
Avoiding hard conversations might feel safe in the short term, but it’s quietly eroding your culture, your clarity, and your credibility. This episode dives into the real cost of conflict avoidance (it’s higher than you think) and breaks down exactly how to lead through the discomfort instead of around it. From people-pleasing habits to late-stage resentment spirals, I’m naming it all.
If you’ve ever found yourself staying silent to keep things “smooth,” this one’s for you.
Timestamps
00:00 Introduction and Myth Busting
01:45 Why You Avoid Conflict
09:14 The Hidden Costs of Avoidance
14:12 Signs of Avoidance
19:08 Leading Through Conflict
31:51 Conclusion and Call to Action
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