Confronted by omnipresent threats of job loss and change, even the brightest among us are anxious. In response, we're hunkering down, blocking ourselves from new challenges. This response hurts us our organizations, but we fear making ourselves even more vulnerable by committing mistakes while learning something new. In , Thomas DeLong explains how to draw strength from vulnerability. First, understand the forces that escalate anxiety in high achievers and the unproductive behaviors you turn to for relief. Then adopt practices that give you the courage to "do the right things poorly" before "doing the right things well." Drawing on his extensive research and consulting work, DeLong lays out: - fear of being wrong and lack of a sense of purpose, and a craving for human connection busyness, comparing ourselves to others, and blaming others for our frustrations putting the past behind us and seeking honest feedback Packed with practical advice and inspiring stories, is an invaluable resource for all leaders seeking to thrive in this Age of Anxiety.