Ever notice how your team seems to read your mind... until they don't? 🤔 Welcome to another myth-busting episode of No More Leadership BS, where we're unpacking the comedy of errors that happens when expectations go unspoken. From the 'I thought you knew' disasters to the 'but that's just common sense' mishaps, we're diving deep into why even the best leaders sometimes feel like they're playing charades at work. Drawing wisdom from leadership heavyweights like Jocko Willink and Brené Brown (plus a holiday-themed story that'll make your family dinner drama seem tame), we're breaking down the art of setting crystal-clear expectations without micromanaging your team into madness. In this episode, we explore: Why your 'obvious' expectations might be as clear as mud The difference between outcome and behavioral expectations (and why you need both) How to avoid the 'but I thought everyone knew that' syndrome Real stories of expectation disasters (and how to avoid them) A surprisingly relevant Thanksgiving story that'll change how you think about communication Whether you're wondering why your team isn't meeting your unspoken standards or you're tired of playing leadership mind-reader, this episode serves up practical insights with a side of holiday humor. Because let's face it – if expectations were as clear as we think they are, we'd all be crushing it by now!