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HR Learning of the Day Founder Syndrome
Founder Syndrome refers to a situation where the founder of an organization maintains excessive control, often hindering its growth and adaptability. In HRM, this phenomenon can lead to power imbalances, employee dissatisfaction, and resistance to organizational changes, as founders may cling to outdated processes or reject innovative ideas from new leaders.
Implications in HRM
Decision-Making Bottlenecks: The founder may centralize decision-making, leading to delays and inefficiencies.
Employee Turnover: Talented employees may leave due to frustration with the lack of career progression or innovation.
Cultural Rigidity: A founder’s strong influence may result in a stagnant company culture resistant to evolution.
Example
A startup in India, initially led by its visionary founder, struggled to scale operations because the founder insisted on approving every minor decision. As new executives suggested automation and structural changes, they faced pushback. Eventually, key talent left, and the organization saw a decline in performance.
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