POPPA FOUNDED THE BUSINESS

Whoever said that a little knowledge is a dangerous thing must have had Greek media in mind. Sure, tradition and establishment have their place, but improperly managed entertainment groups erode the marketplace. So, poppa, the next time you hand down your business, please be sure the next person in charge is capable of leading the way. A true leader differentiates himself from the pack by being different in character, which is why all great leaders throughout history bordered between heretic and heroic. Today, amateurs feel very comfortable stepping in to offer their own solutions. Decisions seem to be based on “likes and “dislikes” instead of strategic effectiveness and many of these decisions are made by committee. There are some things in life that can’t be done by committee and building from consensus is a sure failure. It’s those of us who dare to be different that inspire us to follow.

And if that's not enough...


The social networks and coalitions that form within these media organization are detrimental to the business. They isolate individuals who are more capable, but are not connected to the social network, thus, undermining and halting the development of any valuable innovation. They should not be confused with corporate culture. Social networks are part of all organizations, but in Greece they are extremely prominent to a degree in which they create a negative impact to the corporation. I challenge all media leaders to recognize that these types of interactions among individuals, even though informal, deeply affect their behavior and performance, and are harmful to the business. So, round 'em up and do what's best for all of us!
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