The paradox of power is that the qualities that help you gain power are often destroyed by having power. People rise to power through empathy, collaboration, fairness, and service to others. Once they have power, these qualities erode. They become less empathetic, less collaborative, more selfish, and more entitled. The very behaviors that made them successful leaders disappear, replaced by behaviors that eventually undermine their leadership. This pattern is so consistent across contexts that it appears to be fundamental feature of power itself rather than characteristic of particular individuals. Research confirms this pattern repeatedly. Studies show that powerful people are...