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“Career success depends on people's educational credentials, their length of service (job tenure), unfortunately it is still the case on their race, gender, and similarity to those in power, and of course, on their political skills. Job performance matters, but less than most people think.”

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Jeffrey Pfeffer

Jeffrey Pfeffer is a distinguished professor of organizational behavior and management, renowned for his research in organizational theory, leadership, human resource management, and work-life balance. He holds a professorship at the Stanford University Graduate School of Business and has authored numerous academic papers and books on organizational behavior and management. more

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