Hello everyone, I came across a super interesting article that asks a deceptively simple question: What actually makes something a cult? This caught my attention because, as someone who works with projects, teams, and organizations, I constantly see how group dynamics, influence, and decision-making shape outcomes. What the data show is fascinating: cult-like behavior is not primarily about strange beliefs or unusual practices. The strongest warning signs are discouraging outside information, enforcing conformity, and isolating people from alternative perspectives. That matters to me because these same patterns can quietly appear in companies, teams, and even “high-performance” environments — sometimes without anyone noticing. When questioning is discouraged or disagreement is seen as disloyalty, learning stops and risk increases. Healthy leadership creates space for external references, constructive disagreement, and individual thinking. This article is a great reminder of where the line is. 🔗 A thought-provoking read: https://www.clearerthinking.org/post/what-makes-something-a-cult?utm_source=substack&utm_medium=email Ricardo #Leadership #OrganizationalCulture #CriticalThinking #ProjectManagement #Psychology #DecisionMaking #HealthyTeams