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The article discusses research findings on qualities that contribute to a person's success in organizations, and those that can lead to a powerful individual's downfall. In general people tend to follow and grant authority to persons they like. People who achieve positions of authority, though, seem to become more confident of their own views and less willing to listen to others.

The article offers advice for business managers on how to advance their careers and improve as leaders, which includes asking others for input and suggestions, communicating with others in the workplace, and taking control of meetings.

The article urges anger-prone managers to watch the Super Bowl carefully and emulate the leadership styles of coaches Tony Dungy of the Indianapolis Colts and Lovie Smith of the Chicago Bears. The coaches, who are friends, are both notable for directing their players in a calm manner, instead of the angry, screaming style typical to most coaches. Business leaders who yell can hurt productivity, undermine innovative thinking and cause a talent exodus from their companies.

Focuses on the tough-guy management style of Bill Prince and the success he has enjoyed since changing his leadership approach. Problems Prince had as a manager; How his management style slowed his career advancement; The leadership-development program that forced him to face his deficiencies and change his style.