Why some leaders create chaos to stay relevant
08/27/25 at 03:05 AM
Why some leaders create chaos to stay relevant
Forbes; by Benjamin Laker; 8/24/25
Some leaders intentionally create chaos and manufactured urgency to maintain their relevance and perceived indispensability. This strategy, often driven by insecurity, harms productivity, morale, and innovation, while eroding trust and talent. Effective leadership fosters clarity, empowers teams, and builds resilient systems, rather than relying on constant crisis to prove worth.