A Leadership Masterworks Seed
Success at one level is evidence of competence at that level. It is not proof of competence at the next.
~ Leadership Masterworks
Let this Seed grow…
Simple Insights
Past success matters, but promotion changes the stewardship. More people, complexity, authority, and organizational consequences may require abilities that were unnecessary at the previous level. Wise leaders evaluate the requirements of the new responsibility rather than assuming yesterday's success guarantees tomorrow's competence.