Leading with the Strict Father Complex

A guide to ruling with an iron fist, one that's also kind of sad and lonely.

Step 1: Demand absolute obedience. Refuse to listen to anyone who doesn't agree with you. Who needs feedback, anyway?

Step 2: Make decisions based on your gut, even if it's completely arbitrary. Who needs data or research, anyway?

Step 3: Be completely disinterested in the well-being of your subordinates. They're probably just trying to undermine your authority, anyway.

Read on to Step 4: Micromanage the minute details of every single thing.

Side note: If you're feeling particularly tyrannical, check out our sister site, Being a Dictator, for more tips on how to crush your enemies.