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Why Are There So Many Bad Bosses?

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The Peter Principle and Its Paradox

This chapter examines the Peter Principle, where employees are promoted to management despite lacking requisite skills, potentially hindering productivity. It also delves into the complexities of corporate promotions and contrasts financial wealth with personal fulfillment.

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