This book explains the characteristics and consequences of hubris and its risk factors, and shows how to combat the significant hazard they pose. Understanding the hubris hazard will help leaders and managers improve their performance, avoid derailment and protect the wellbeing of employees and the resilience of their organizations.

1. Hubris Risk 2. Intoxication of Power 3. The Toxic Triangle 4. Unbridled Intuition 5. Irrational Exuberance 6. Self-Deception 7. Lack of Checks and Balances 8. Narcissistic Tendencies 9. Excess 10. An Ounce of Prevention

Eugene Sadler-Smith is Professor of Organisational Behaviour at Surrey Business School, University of Surrey, UK. His research interests are hubris in leadership and intuition in decision-making. His most recent books include Hubristic Leadership and Intuition in Business.