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112: Hierarchies & Promotion -- The "Peter Principle" (Part 1)

Talking About Organizations Podcast

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Climbing the Hierarchy: The Peter Principle

This chapter explores how organizational hierarchies can lead individuals to rise to their 'level of incompetence' due to societal pressures for advancement. It contrasts historical motivations for promotions with modern values focusing on learning and development, urging a reevaluation of the pursuit of upward mobility.

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