CHAPTER 12
The Challenge of Leading Other High Potentials
Before you become a leader, success is about growing yourself. When you become a leader, success is all about growing others.
—JACK WELCH
Sylvia personified high potential. After being valedictorian at an elite all-women college, she earned an Ivy League MBA and was recruited by a prestigious consulting firm. Her track record on strategic planning engagements with large companies was nearly flawless. Clients were amazed by her insights and work ethic. Soon she was managing major clients, often exceeding their expectations, and growing revenue. Even though she received top performance ratings and big salary bumps, her senior partner said it would be a few years before she would be considered ...
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