Logic is Variable

Jeffrey Pfeffer, a Stanford University professor and leadership expert and author of the book Power: Why Some People Have It and Others Don’t, debunks the myth that hard work alone will lead to career success. Pfeffer argues that simply doing a good job and keeping a low profile often results in being overlooked for raises or promotions. Instead, he emphasizes the importance of actively standing out by sharing ideas in meetings, building professional networks, and fostering strong relationships with bosses through small gestures like workplace-appropriate flattery or seeking career advice. He also suggests dressing slightly more professionally to project confidence and capability. Pfeffer stresses that career advancement depends on visible behaviors, not just work output, regardless of personality type [1].