Peter's Principle: Why So Many Managers Are Incompetent?

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In this episode, Sanjay delves into the fascinating paradox of the professional world — why so many rise through the ranks only to fail when they reach the top. The Peter Principle, as it’s called, reveals how competence in one role often leads individuals straight into positions beyond their abilities.Through a blend of psychology, organizational insight, and human observation, Sanjay uncovers the quiet mechanisms that reward promotion over purpose, hierarchy over harmony. This episode reflects on what true leadership means — not power or position, but the humility to grow beyond one’s limits.

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