http://leadershipfreak.wordpress.com/2012/09/06/somethings-always-broken/
A very good quote from the link:
" The downside of improving is oppression. “Isn’t it ever good enough?” However, strong cultures create environments where the pursuit of better is expected, embraced, and enjoyed. "
Success is not for the spoiled, for those who cannot take bumps, those who think they deserve it from the outset, or those who cannot trust others who stick out their necks and fail on occasion (a fear of failure, a lack of long view in business development). Success is not for those who hide in the weeds along the sides of the facts, but who accept the struggles that the facts create. That is: hard work that is also - or eventually - smart work.
Of course, you've known or heard of "leaders" who basically use others. Leaders? No. Those who work hard for this type are, well, suckers. I've been a sucker in this sense, out of necessity, not blissfully ignorant of the situation, and never want to be there again.
It teaches. Those experiences can teach valuable lessons. Nothing creates a clearer picture of poor organizations and how NOT TO lead than some time in a company that is as dysfunctional as a bumbling criminal gang in a black comedy. Trying to effect change amidst business madness is a lesson in success.
Those who understand how oppressive failure is to the spirit can convey the necessity of some oppressive moments on the way to success.
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