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Harvard behavioral social scientist Arthur C. Brooks (@Draarthurbrooks) argues that self-doubt is usually evidence of healthy humility—not incompetence—and a clear contrast to the overconfidence of “dark-triad” personalities.
For more insights, explore Arthur's new book, 'The Happiness Files': https://s.hbr.org/45yh8ne
You can also sign up to receive Arthur’s new six-week newsletter, “The Leader’s Happiness Reset" here: hbr.org/email-newsletters
Harvard behavioral social scientist Arthur C. Brooks (@Draarthurbrooks) argues that self-doubt is usually evidence of healthy humility—not incompetence—and a clear contrast to the overconfidence of “dark-triad” personalities.
For more insights, explore Arthur's new book, 'The Happiness Files': https://s.hbr.org/45yh8ne
You can also sign up to receive Arthur’s new six-week newsletter, “The Leader’s Happiness Reset" here: hbr.org/email-newsletters
