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“You could parachute him into an Island full of cannibals and he'd be the king”
leadershipcapability assessment
What It Means
Ultimate test of leadership is thriving in completely hostile environment with no resources
Why It Matters
Reveals adaptability, persuasion, and survival skills under extreme pressure
When It's True
When evaluating leaders for unprecedented challenges requiring resource creation from nothing
When It's Risky
May overvalue conflict skills vs collaborative leadership in stable environments
How to Apply
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Ask in CEO interviews: how would you handle worst-case scenario
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Test candidates with resource-constrained challenges
3
Look for evidence of thriving in hostile situations
Example Scenario
“Hiring turnaround CEO for failing company with hostile stakeholders”