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In this brief monologue, Greg Stevenson observes that ascending to a top leadership position fundamentally alters how former peers interact with you. He notes that jokes become shorter, negative news is delayed, and previous critics begin to agree with you. Stevenson frames this as an inevitable effect of the leadership seat rather than a personal failing. He argues that effective leaders recognize this dynamic, avoid taking the changes personally, and proactively seek honest feedback to ensure they continue receiving the truth.
