How To Manage False Rumors As a High Performer

High-performers will encounter rumors about their wins rooted in jealousy and envy. The best way to address them is to sidestep the emotions and build a counterpoint through action.

This week, during the weekly group coaching session for The Uncommon Executive Leadership Accelerator, a student brought up a scenario that doesn’t get talked about enough in the workplace: ill-intentioned rumors directed towards high performers.

Another student gave a great story to illustrate the concern. Her sister was an avid horse rider. Because th…