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Let It Die: The Hard Leadership Skill of Letting Go

Let It Die: The Hard Leadership Skill of Letting Go

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概要

 We’re taught that great leaders persevere—but what if the real leadership skill is knowing when to stop? In this episode of OWLCAST, David Morelli and William Oakley tackle the uncomfortable truth that holding on too long—to projects, programs, habits, or decisions—can quietly drain performance and morale. Through research, real-world stories, and the concept of “zombie projects,” they show why letting go feels so hard, how ego and sunk costs keep us stuck, and how strategic pruning creates space for focus, growth, and better results.

Key Topics:

• Letting go is not quitting—it’s a leadership skill.
• “Zombie projects” drain time, energy, and morale long after they stop adding value.
• High performers are often the worst at stopping bad work because of conscientiousness and loyalty.
• Only ~8% of organizations actively stop projects—yet those that do see significantly higher growth.
• Fear of being perceived as unreliable keeps leaders stuck in outdated commitments.
• Pruning (even good things) allows resources to flow to what matters most.
• Ending on a high note can be more powerful than dragging something out.
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