Authority never matches responsibility. That's one of the great myths and delusions of all times. Winning managers and … - Tom Peters

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When the masses begin to vibrate with an energy of love, the world will no longer be a container for war, violence, and lies.

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Authority never matches responsibility. That's one of the great myths and delusions of all times. Winning managers and individual performers at all levels know that effectiveness means building your own network and creating your own authority. Those who succeed always reach far beyond formal deputation, take initiatives, and take the heat when things go awry. That's true in the military in times of war, true for 200 person manufacturing firms, and true at giant automakers or software companies.

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