06/23/2025

The Case against ‘Conscious Leadership’

Too often, leaders who believe what they feel is right misconstrue they are right

"A foolish consistency is the hobgoblin of little minds, adored by little statesmen and philosophers and divines." – Ralph Waldo Emerson

There is a new orthodoxy quietly sweeping through executive leadership circles. It goes by many names—embodied awareness, whole-self management, conscious leadership—but the core message is the same: Intuition and spiritual presence are the foundations of strategic leadership.

At first glance, this seems like progress. Who wouldn't prefer a leader who is self-aware and emotionally attuned? In a business world riddled with brittle egos and performative hustle, a little more reflection is a breath of fresh air. However, therein the problem lies.

Please select this link to read the complete article from Fast Company.