Good Leaders Know How to Get Angry

The hidden power of anger: Setting high standards without becoming volatile

“Nice” leadership might be your team’s biggest obstacle – a strategic dose of anger can unlock your team's full potential.

Here’s what you’ll get from this post:

• The science of anger – and why relentless positivity holds teams back

• Research-backed insights into how anger drives better performance

• Practical tips on channeling frustration to inspire accountability and excellence

Anger is a powerful emotion – a signal that frustration is piling up.

Anger is the one emotion leaders try to avoid at all costs. It’s seen as rude, outdated, and downright unprofessional. Leaders today are expected to stay calm, composed, and supportive.

Are we sacrificing greatness at the altar of niceness?

Imagine a team that feels no urgency to meet expectations – meaning they miss deadlines, deliver subpar work, or fail to reach goals. Is that psychological safety? Or just plain complacency?

Sometimes, it takes purposeful anger – not endless niceness – to drive performance.

Relentless Positivity Is Hurting Your Team

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