Killing Creativity: Why Good People Get Weeded Out
2025-07-22
Through personal anecdotes and the example of a BBC WWII special forces training program, the author reveals a harsh truth: in many organizations, truly efficient and innovative individuals are often sidelined because they don't conform to established processes or lack a 'leadership aura'. Instead, those who are adept at controlling situations and demonstrating leadership, but are less practically efficient, are promoted. The article explores the mechanisms behind this phenomenon and how to build a system that better motivates talent and encourages innovation.
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