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An image depicting a confident but isolated leader on an unstable pedestal, symbolizing the systemic flaw of prioritizing visible confidence over actual competence in leadership selection, leading to employee disillusionment.

The Confidence Trap: The Systemic Reasons Organizations Select Unsuitable Leaders

Organizations often select unsuitable leaders by prioritizing visible confidence over demonstrable competence. This flawed process creates a dangerous gap between executive perceptions and employee reality, leading to eroded morale and high turnover.

Alina Petrov·April 9, 2026