The cost of leadership and decisionmaking from "summary" of Once an Eagle by Anton Myrer
In the unforgiving crucible of combat, every decision a leader makes carries a heavy price. Each choice, each order given, can mean the difference between life and death for those under their command. As the weight of responsibility bears down upon them, a true leader must steel themselves against the immense burden of decision-making. The cost of leadership is not merely paid in blood and sweat on the battlefield, but also in the toll it takes on the leader's soul. The weight of knowing that their decisions will impact the lives of their subordinates, the weight of carrying the hopes and fears of those who look to them for guidance - these are the unseen costs that can wear down even the strongest of leaders. The true test of a leader is not in the glory of victory, but in the quiet moments of reflection when they must confront the consequences of their decisions. It is in these moments that the...
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