Founder/CEO Snobbery as a Predictor of Business Failure

Jason Lemkin argues that founder/CEOs who display snooty behavior toward peers are statistically more likely to fail, while successful CEOs demonstrate accessibility and humility. The article contrasts failed snooty founders with successful leaders like Marc Benioff and Mark Zuckerberg who remain grounded despite their achievements. Lemkin concludes that interpersonal generosity and openness are traits of great leaders.