The Courage to Fire Peak Performers: Why Great Leaders Choose Culture Over Toxic High Performers
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Toxic high performers are one of the toughest challenges leaders face.
On paper, they deliver results. Behind the scenes, they erode trust, morale, and your company culture. In this episode, you’ll learn why protecting your culture matters more than protecting short-term numbers — and how to make the courageous call as a leader.
What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
Why leaders hesitate to confront toxic high performers (fear + short-term thinking)
The hidden costs of a toxic employee (Harvard Business School says it’s double the cost of a top performer)
Practical steps to address toxic behavior while still driving results
How to set expectations for both performance and behavior
Why culture is superior to short-term wins when it comes to building lasting success
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