Yesterday’s post reminds us that culture stems from the boss’ MAP (mindset, attitude, philosophy
) and that MAP reflects their values.
A point that that seems easily forgotten.
Values aren’t what you say, they’re what you do.
This was illustrated in an article about Larry Page’s end run around the Alphabet board initially approving Andy Rubin’s $150 million exit package without board involvement.
Arrogant to say the least.
I sent the article to a number of people and asked them who is more arrogant, Page or Zukerberg.
Zukerberg won the “Most Arrogant” title hands down.
One response garnered applause from everyone.
That person used the nickname ‘Zuck’.
Then wrote again saying, “Or maybe I should say the Zucker…”
Seems appropriate. Adding “the” (same as you-know-who) and it’s even more apropos if you change the first letter to ‘F’.
Values aren’t what you say, they’re what you do.
A principle that becomes clearer with each new revelation.
Call it founder striptease — although it’s just as common in politics and religion.
Image credit: Noel Reynolds
