
Countersignaling
Talking openly about one's failures is a type of countersignaling that may be interpreted as a strength.Cronyism
Failure upwards is a common feature of cronyism whereby a social group continue to promote and reward each other despite an ongoing string of failures.Bias for Action
Some organizations, industries and professions favor a bias for action whereby individuals can take risks without overthinking. A bias for action can be expected to result in occasional failures but may work out in professions that favor risk taking such as sales.Innovation
Innovation requires experimentation and attempts to change entire industries with new approaches. As such, it is steeped in unusual levels of risk and failure. Innovative organizations may not look negatively on failures that were valid attempts to do something big.Overview: Failing Upwards | ||
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Definition | A series of failures that is good for an individual's career. | |
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