# Why Great Leaders Need More Than Good Judgment

Multiple perspectives drive leaders to success in a complex world.

- **Source:** [HBR IdeaCast](https://brifing.si/source/232a17e4-dc84-4158-9739-7f858c033d89)
- **Published:** 2026-07-21
- **Topic:** [Leadership](https://brifing.si/c/leadership)
- **Original article:** <https://hbr.org/podcast/2026/07/why-great-leaders-need-more-than-good-judgment>
- **On Brifing:** https://brifing.si/s/455cd1d5-9a4b-4922-99fe-eca2f7909561

## A New Approach to Leadership

In today’s fast-changing business world, leaders need more than just quick decision-making. Leaders Alliance CEO Cornelia Choe and executive coach Marshall Goldsmith emphasize the importance of leaders adopting a broader perspective in decision-making.

## The Power of Multiple Perspectives

Choe and Goldsmith argue that embracing diverse perspectives is crucial for solving complex problems and leading more effectively. This approach enables leaders to make more comprehensive and balanced decisions.

## The Panoramic Leadership Model

The duo developed a model called 'Panoramic Leadership,' which encourages leaders to make decisions from a broader framework and integrate different viewpoints.

## Examples of Successful Leaders

The book includes examples of leaders who adopted this approach and achieved successful outcomes. These leaders managed their organizations better by utilizing multiple perspectives.

## Practical Tips for Leaders

Choe and Goldsmith offer practical tips for leaders to implement this approach, including communicating with diverse stakeholders and analyzing data from a broader perspective.

## Future Leadership Skills

Panoramic leadership serves as a guide for future leadership skills. This approach will enable leaders to be more effective in complex and uncertain environments.

## Sources covering this story

- https://hbr.org/podcast/2026/07/why-great-leaders-need-more-than-good-judgment — 

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