When a Yahoo co-founder, Jerry Yang, first called Carol Bartz to offer her his position atop the pioneering Web company, she told him in so many words to go away.
Although most organizations seek dynamic, charismatic leaders, it may be that the quiet leadership of proactive employees produces optimal performance.
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