Power Monkey

How did our corporate culture become so infused with such a heavy element of 'power worship'?
OK, I know the photo is on the 'ridiculous' end of the spectrum, but then again doesn't this sum it up?

Power worship is especially amazing when a new-leader joins the organization. Since people don't yet understand political ties or overall motiviations, there is generally a flurry of 'ass kissing' that happens on just about every level.

Even a leader's basic vocabulary is copied. My favorite is from a few months ago when a leader in a huge outfit was slinging 'manage demand' as a catch phrase. Next thing you know, middle managers everywhere were obsessed. They'd nail you down in meetings...'but, do you do demand management?' Could they explain it? Uh, no.