The characteristics I see in people who have stagnated are: They have a lot of answers, but lack the method of finding the answers. Hence, they have very low domain independence. They lack the pilot’s view, the big-picture capability. They visualize and articulate issues only from their current level without connecting to the macro picture. They lack the ability to build and leverage a high-quality team. Often, their team comprises people like them, people who are successful because they are in the time stage. They are unable to attract and retain people who have a high-quality GBM. This
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