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4 ways to manage the lows of leadership

Any well-seasoned leader will know that it's not always an easy journey. The key is to tackle the low moments with the right approach.

By Pat Kua

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June 17, 2025

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About the author

  • Pat Kua
    Pat Kua

    Pat Kua is a seasoned technology leader with 20+ years of experience. His current mission is accelerating the growth of technical leaders through coaching, mentoring and training.

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