Over all I agree, but I have a problem with the term "flunky" in that paragraph. Flunkies aren't subordinates, they're slaves; I'm not sure why any lead would

Over all I agree, but I have a problem with the term "flunky" in that paragraph. Flunkies aren't subordinates, they're slaves; I'm not sure why any lead would want flunkies on their team. A sous-chef shouldn't be a flunky, and what Brooks called "the co-pilot" in TMMM shouldn't be a flunky either. People in these roles should be able to operate somewhat autonomously, and be trusted to do so, under the direction of the lead. These roles are often sought after. It's the difference between lieutenants and grunts. The former are expected to think on their feet, while the grunts are expected to blindly execute.