Recently a friend confided in me about a difficult leadership dilemma they’d faced. After skippering a qualifier for the Fastnet Race, they were preparing to berth in the marina. On approach to the dock, the first mate started instructing them on how to drive. In response, my friend said: “I’ve got this, thank you.”
Panicking, the first mate grabbed the wheel and tried to take over. Again, my friend repeated: “Please stand back.