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Also even if the CEO isn't stupid and makes an effort to get accurate information, the middle managers might just give him inaccurate information putting politics ahead of company loyalty. Do not underestimate the magnitude of this problem.

BTW, one thing corporations can greatly improve with modern technology is the ability of the floor-level positions to talk with the CEO and share information as to what is actually going on.




> Also even if the CEO isn't stupid and makes an effort to get accurate information, the middle managers might just give him inaccurate information putting politics ahead of company loyalty. Do not underestimate the magnitude of this problem.

The isn't it the CEO's fault for hiring bozos?


I think this was on the front page not too long ago: http://www.ribbonfarm.com/2009/10/07/the-gervais-principle-o...

When an org gets to a certain size, it tends to self-organize into a dysfunctional hierarchy...


A smart CEO should take this into account, and actively work to ensure a healthy culture.


It's a lot harder than it seems though.




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