Old school strong‑arm bosses are a relic for sure, but that doesn’t mean the idea is dead. People still crave clear direction and someone who’ll stand up for them when the world spins too fast. The trick is to combine that authority with real transparency and teamwork, not just a one‑man army. If you’re going to be the leader, let’s make it a leader who can pivot, listen, and still protect.

Yeah, but don’t settle for a weak, indecisive version of that balance. Be the kind of leader who’s not afraid to shout “No” when it hurts, even if everyone else is whispering “Maybe.” That’s how you actually keep the team solid and the mission alive.