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Are we celebrating the wrong leaders? | Martin Gutmann

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The Miscelebration of Leaders in History

This chapter explores the contrasting legacies of polar explorers Ernest Shackleton and Roald Amundsen to question societal perceptions of leadership. It argues that society often celebrates less effective leaders while neglecting those who demonstrate true skill and effectiveness, shedding light on a broader cultural issue.

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