Leaders show vulnerability when they support workplace creativity. They aren’t focusing on their own ideas and abilities. Instead, they exhibit trust that their people will bring great ideas and will use creative problem-solving skills to help their team/organization succeed. It’s less about command-and-control and more about collaboration.

Individuals show vulnerability when they embrace workplace creativity. They share their ideas openly with one another. They’re willing to experiment, try new things, and learn from their failures.

Sure, you’re protected when you walk around in a suit of armor. But, as the tin man in Oz found out, you may eventually find yourself alone and paralyzed.