Comment by namaria
3 days ago
> Their job is to try to get all these "vectors" aligned toward common goals, prevent fragmentation and division.
This is overthinking it. People with power tend to be interested in outcomes. They can't evaluate all the reasoning of all their reports. It comes down to building credibility with a track record and articulating outcomes, when you want to advise decision makers.
I believe charisma, confidence and looks also play a huge role.