Leader, Lackey, And Politician.
Leaders discuss ideas, Lackeys hide behind labels and shout slogans, the politicians exploit emotions and just chase money.
Most organizations have all three.
A leader examines the facts, speaks the truth, takes a strategic view, and does the right thing, even if she pays the price in the short-run. She does not worry about who is on what team when appraising a decision. She strives to see the world as it is, as opposed to insisting it must only be the way she expects.
The lackey is more likely to be a flag-waving blind follower who identifies with little or no thinking in the mix. Several brash CEOs are in this group.
The politician used to be a glib bureaucrat, who only made qualified statements. Today, it is more likely to be a narcissist, sitting in the pockets of the wealthy elites and criticizing all others.
Who do you want to be or follow?
Satish Mehta
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