Some leaders drain energy from people and others create it. Suppose you interview someone who has great potential—he’s got an elite education, good work experience, and high marks for achievement. But he’s docile and reserved—he just sits there. Sometimes people like that just don’t interview well, and if he’s had great success, I may have to take a lot more time looking at his record before approving or disapproving him. But I’m wary about hiring him for an important leadership job. He’s likely to pick people like himself, and you’ll have to ring a bell to wake them up. I want people who
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Energy is contagious
