The shortcomings of leaders are becoming more visible from "summary" of The End of Leadership by Barbara Kellerman
Leaders today are under more scrutiny than ever before. With the rise of social media and the 24-hour news cycle, their every move is subject to intense scrutiny and can be broadcast to the world in an instant. This increased visibility means that any mistakes or shortcomings on the part of leaders are quickly exposed for all to see. In the past, leaders were able to maintain a certain level of mystique and distance from their followers. They could carefully craft their image and control the narrative surrounding their actions. However, in today's hyper-connected world, this is no longer possible. Leaders must now operate in a fishbowl, with every de...
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