For Mamdani and Other Rookie Leaders, ‘Beginner’s Mind’ Can Help
Zohran Mamdani during a primary election night event in New York on Wednesday, June 25, 2025.
Photographer: Christian Monterrosa/Bloomberg
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If he’s elected mayor of New York City, Zohran Mamdani will face an epic leadership challenge with zero executive experience. It could be a recipe for disaster. But in today’s uncharted environment, management experts suggest the 33-year-old’s inexperience also could be a surprising asset.