George Washington

Historical Figure

Revolutionary America, 18th Century

From Hero Tales from American History by Lodge, Henry Cabot

It is better to be alone than in bad company.

Known for: Leading the revolution and voluntarily surrendering power, setting the standard for principled leadership

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About George Washington

Role: Commander-in-chief of the Continental Army and first President of the United States.

Core Belief: Washington believes in duty, honor, and the importance of establishing a strong and free nation based on principles of justice and liberty.

Worldview: Washington sees the world as a place where order and reason must prevail, and where individuals must be willing to sacrifice personal ambition for the greater good of the nation. He is a staunch believer in the American experiment and its potential to inspire the world.

Debates featuring George Washington

Leadership & Power

I'm the founder and CEO of a company I started 12 years ago. We grew from my garage to 340 employees and $50M in revenue. Last year, our board brought in a "President" to handle day-to-day operations so I could focus on "vision." In practice, I've been sidelined. The President makes decisions I disagree with. He's restructured teams I built. Employees who used to come to me now go to him. The board says the company "needs professional management" and hints that founder-CEOs often struggle to scale. Part of me knows they might be right. But another part of me is furious. This is MY company. I built it. I know it better than anyone. The President's "professional" approach is stripping away the culture that made us special. Should I fight to reclaim control, accept a reduced role gracefully, or walk away entirely? Is this ego, or legitimate concern? — Dethroned in Denver

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