Executives typically do face consequences for making poor decisions. But the nature of their work means the outcome horizons are often way off in the future. C-

Executives typically do face consequences for making poor decisions. But the nature of their work means the outcome horizons are often way off in the future. C-suite leaders who perform poorly are eventually removed by the board and shareholders. In some organisations there is so much fear of making poor decisions, that leading never really happens. And instead of thriving in a competitive environment, the company slowly dies. A good middle manager is supposed to be able to mediate the strategic needs of the organisation as dictated by senior leadership, and the feelings of their team in a way that makes everybody happy. This is a very difficult skill.