When HiPPOs Use Their Power to Decide for Other People
Johanna Rothman
AUGUST 11, 2022
A technical HiPPO, such as an architect or CTO, might overrule a design or architecture. See Leadership Tip #9: See and Stop MicroManagement—Learn to Trust Instead.). I'm fond of multiple short feedback loops so people can change their minds in the face of new data. They use power-over , not power-with to decide.
Let's personalize your content