You can get a few seasons out of power, even accomplish some things, but over time power can be very damaging to relationships.

As leaders we do not create growth. The best we can do is create an environment that is conducive to growth. It is like planting a garden. You do not cause the seeds to grow. To grow is their natural purpose in life.

...while everyone's focusing on keeping the boss happy, who's focusing on keeping the customer happy?

To have a healthy and thriving business, there must be healthy relationships with the C.E.O.S. in the organization and I'm not referring to the Chief Executive Offficers. I am talking about the Customers, the Employees, the Owner (or stockholders), and the Suppliers.

Who then is the greatest leader? The one who has served the most.

Our top-down pyramid style of management is a very old concept borrowed from centuries of war and monarchies.

Leadership: The skill of influencing people to work enthusiastically toward goals identified as being for the common good.