Employee: Selfish

Unchecked Ego Can Lead to Problems for the Franchise Leader

Posted by Franchise Grade Team May 3, 2017

Ego can be used to describe a person's sense of self-esteem or self-importance. Synonyms for ego include pride, self-esteem, self-regard and self-respect. Although ego can be used to denote a negative personal trait it’s a necessary attribute for those who strive to inspire and lead. Ego is usually found in abundance among numerous entrepreneurs. Problems can arise when a leader’s ego dominates issues or actions. Jeff Haden writes: “Ego is necessary and important because it does the work to assemble your personality. It manages your fragile identity while you figure out who you are. It protects you from the onslaught of societal expectations and motivates you to work hard and achieve great things.”