The pitfalls of co-leadership: Why one leader is better than two

“When two men ride a horse, one must ride behind.”
– William Shakespeare
“Too many cooks spoil the broth.”
– English proverb
Leadership structure is the backbone of your practice and drives effective functioning of the company. In your practice, it guides decision-making, sets the vision and ensures operational efficiency.
While the idea of co-leadership — having two individuals share a senior leadership responsibility — might seem appealing because it potentially avoids the hurt feelings of voting someone “out,” it often proves