Sunil, a seasoned executive at a leading tech firm, was known for his humility. He rarely took credit for his achievements, preferring to share praise with his team, and he would always seek consensus before making decisions. While his approach fostered a positive team environment, it also led to perceptions of indecisiveness, especially during critical decision-making moments. This came to a head when a delay, caused by his hesitancy to act without full consensus, cost the company a lucrative market opportunity. It was a turning point for Sunil, highlighting a complex truth: Humility, while a virtue, can sometimes be a double-edged sword in leadership.