Shrink Words: Why Leaders Apologize for Good Ideas

Shrink Words: Why Leaders Apologize for Good Ideas

Shrink Words: Why Leaders Apologize for Good IdeasClaire Hayek
Published on: 05/11/2026

Probably. Just. Quick question. These shrink words cost leaders credibility. Learn why your brain adds them and try a one-week experiment to stop.

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