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Palpatine's Empire: A Study in Strategic Failure


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Analyzes Emperor Palpatine's rise and fall as a case study in strategic failure, despite his initial success in gaining power through political, military, and psychological manipulation. It highlights his critical errors, such as over-reliance on Darth Vader and a complete lack of succession planning, which ultimately led to the Empire's collapse. The document then draws parallels between Palpatine's mistakes and real-world corporate failures like WeWork, Theranos, and Enron, emphasizing how hubris, secrecy, and strategic blindness stemming from early successes can undermine even the most visionary leadership, underscoring the importance of sustainable organizational structures that transcend individual founders.

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Nick's Commute BriefingsBy Nick Warth