They fail due to the wrong mindset.
That's because skills can be taught, but mindset can’t.
Here’s the harsh truth:
A brilliant resume won’t save you from a toxic hire.
Ask the right questions, and you’ll uncover their true mindset:
1️⃣ . “Tell me about a time you made a big mistake."
↠ And keep asking "What did you learn from it?”
↠ Growth-minded people see failure as a chance to learn
↠ They’ll focus on the lesson, not just the mistake
2️⃣ . “What’s a skill you taught yourself recently, and why?”
↠ This reveals curiosity and self-motivation
↠ People who make learning their top priority
↠ Will thrive in dynamic environments
3️⃣ . “How do you handle unexpected challenges?”
↠ Adaptability separates the best from the rest
↠ Look for answers that show resilience and
↠ Creative problem-solving
4️⃣ . “What’s the best team you’ve been a part of and why?”
↠ Collaboration isn’t just about results
↠ It’s about lifting others
↠ Great teammates value and build strong dynamics
5️⃣ . “How do you give and receive feedback?”
↠ Feedback fuels growth
↠ But only if they handle it constructively
↠ Find those who welcome feedback & give it respectfully
6️⃣ . “What motivates you to do your best work?”
↠ Motivation reveals people's why
↠ Whether it’s goals, helping others, or creating impact
↠ This defines their drive
7️⃣ . “What does integrity mean to you?”
↠ Integrity is the foundation of trust
↠ Their answer will show how they handle challenges
↠ Treat others and honor their commitments
Here’s your hiring edge:
Mindset isn’t on a resume.
But these questions will help you find it.
85% of a leader's impact builds on soft skills (Harvard)
Grow yours to become an exceptional leader:
Many assume leaders primarily need business acumen.
True.
Technical skills are important.
But it alone won't carry you far as a leader.
Great leaders know it's not about them.
It’s about how they ignite
a whole generation of leaders across their teams.
They cultivate deep emotional strength:
➟ By truly hearing people's needs
➟ Standing firmly with them in tough moments
➟ Championing their growth every step of the way
11 Ways to expand your leadership and leave a legacy:
1. Emotional Self-Awareness
↳ Lead with clear intention, not impulse.
↳ Deep reflection sharpens your emotional insight.
2. Creating Belonging, Not Just Inclusion
↳ Belonging is inclusion; you feel deep in your bones.
↳ Transform diversity into heartfelt connection.
3. Developing Others with Purpose
↳ True leaders grow by growing others.
↳ Show you believe in people’s potential and help them prove it.
4. Creating Space, Not Just Answers
↳ Great leaders don’t just provide answers - they cultivate thinkers.
↳ Nurture independence, not dependency.
5. Taking Responsibility Without Taking Control
↳ Owning results doesn’t mean stealing the steering wheel.
↳ Lead with trust and accountability, not control.
6. Reading the Room
↳ Real leaders don’t just read agendas, they read hearts.
↳ Try leading in harmony with real feelings.
7. Resolving Conflict, Not Avoiding It
↳ Amazing leaders don’t fear conflict - they clear the air.
↳ Turn friction into progress instead of silence.
8. Clear Communication
↳ If people can’t follow your words, they can’t follow your vision.
↳ Help people take action without second-guessing.
9. Being Decisive Amid Uncertainty
↳ Clarity follows bold decisions, not the other way around.
↳ Move forward when others freeze.
10. Regulating Stress in the Moment
↳ Regulating yourself steadies the entire team.
↳ Become the calm in the storm that others can lean on.
11. Sharing Credit Generously
↳ True leaders don’t hoard the spotlight - they shine it on others.
↳ Create a culture of recognition and ownership.
It’s time we stop calling these “soft” skills.
They are the hard foundation
that shapes remarkable leaders.
They form the hard truth that shapes
outstanding leaders.