Monday, July 11, 2011

MOTW: Machiavelli Manager

Machiavelli Manager’s style is simple. By pitting staff members against each other in a competition for his/her attention and favor, this manager assures himself/herself of total divide and conquer supremacy. The results of this strategy are secretive, distrusting staff members who vie for information and recognition against each other, each worrying that the other is gaining ground and status in the manager’s eyes. In this manner Machiavelli Manager keeps everyone in the dark wondering who is winning with no time left over to do any actual work.

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