Greene contrasts two modes of holding power: being liked versus being needed. The first evaporates on contact with convenience, while the second is described like pulling up a plant by its roots, damaging everything connected to it. The practical takeaway is to cultivate unique, non-substitutable skills tied to outcomes others rely on, rather than investing in charm or rapport as your primary professional currency.
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