Reply #63: The business world has change so much since then, I don't think it holds true any longer.

[Greyhound]

Nepotism and cronyism have ruled for most of my working life. The Golden Halo effect still holds true fro the general public, but my experience, both personal and observed, has been that id you're really good at your job, you get to do it for everybody else that isn't as good while they are promoted.

Once a co-worker that is not as good as you is promoted above you, get your resume together 'cause you are on your way out the door. They know you and they fear that you will expose their incompetence.