Muse
Lifer
- Jul 11, 2001
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I am not doubting you, you may be the person who can rise above the circumstances you were in. I'd never say that can't be done. But you should realize that this does not always happen and that positions of power are fraught with danger, especially "absolute power." If you cannot see that you do indeed have quite a problem.Could not disagree with you more. I have spent my career managing and have been a CEO for a couple of organizations. The power never went to my head. The success never went to my head. Actually it made me more of a sub-servant leader. Yes, there are times I had to assert control. It is a delicate balance. I just think the position is about responsibility. Things start there. If you are a fraud, a racist, a guy who cuts corners, power hungry, etc, your organization will directly reflect that. If you are good, sub-servant, engaged, responsible, ethical, moral, etc, it does not mean the organization will be, but it does increase the odds. It still takes a very committed effort from you to keep things moving in the direction you feel is best. You can be respectful, demanding, have high expectations and not be a total shithead. Being human can go a long way. This guy was probably hated in his organization, as soon as he left the room the staff were like, “Can you believe that is our CEO.”
