Management by Carl Kirpes
December 2025
What does it mean to lead an organization?
Imagine, figuratively, that you are in a meeting with the
president/CEO of your company and they “throw you
the keys” to the organization. Meaning, you are now “in
the driver’s seat” and you have the final say on what the
organization’s direction, focus and priorities are.
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