Why do so many incompetent men become leaders?

Why Do So Many Incompetent Men Become Leaders? by Tomas Chamorro-Premuzic is a bold, research-driven exploration of leadership, competence, and gender bias in modern workplaces. Combining psychology, data, and sharp social insight, Chamorro-Premuzic exposes how confidence is too often mistaken for competence—and how this leads to the promotion of unqualified men while overlooking talented women and emotionally intelligent leaders. The book challenges readers to rethink what great leadership truly means, arguing for a shift toward humility, empathy, and self-awareness as the foundation of effective management. Both provocative and practical, Why Do So Many Incompetent Men Become Leaders? is a call to action for organizations and individuals to build fairer, smarter, and more inclusive leadership cultures.