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What does it mean?
I have never had, nor wished to have, what is called a boss.
In plain terms
He claims he never wanted a boss.
What can you take from it?
Value independence over hierarchical control.

Where it applies

  • business leadership
  • personal philosophy
  • career advice

Putting it to work

  • self‑employment
  • flat organizational structures

Questions to consider

  • What are the benefits and drawbacks of having no boss?
  • How does this view fit modern work environments?

Another view

Not everyone can thrive without guidance or structure.

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