Google: Fraying or Suffering from the Principle of Dr. L.J. Peter
November 1, 2017
Anyone remember “The Peter Principle.” The idea is that people rise to their level of incompetence. I read the book years ago but did not think of it until I scanned the HuffPo article “What’s Happened to Google?” The lead is “For some in the tech industry, Google’s reputation for integrity has frayed.”
Well, that’s original.
I noted this passage:
Google’s power to quell unwelcome criticism doesn’t end at hidden search results or non-disclosure agreements. Google has emerged as a major funder of numerous institutions, and its executives and board members wield remarkable influence throughout the cultural and political landscape, in particularly among progressive organizations. To critique Google can come with significant and unforeseen professional risks, especially among the very organizations tasked with supporting internet freedom issues.
We love Google, and we are confident that it does no evil. Heck, here in Harrod’s Creek, we believe that Google doesn’t know what evil is because the company is so darned good.
HuffPo wants the GOOG to uphold its founding principles. Do you know if Google settled with Yahoo over the GoTo.com, Overture.com, and Yahoo advertising legal matter?
What if Google’s founders are examples of Dr. L.J. Peter’s principle in action? Decide for yourself. The Peter Principle is available on Amazon at this link.
Stephen E Arnold, October 31, 2017
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