Ask HN: Why do corporate failures always seem to punish the wrong people?
I'm puzzled by how certain people in large companies consistently survive self-inflicted disasters while others bear the consequences. My partner, a dedicated manager at a big tech firm, was let go due to budget cuts caused by a senior leader's repeated failures, yet that leader remains untouched. I'm asking why these individuals avoid accountability and continue to cause chaos, and whether it's ruthlessness or strategic planning.
This is a more general question, which is "Why don't people take accountability for their actions?" Because it's hard work and it's easier to let someone else bear the costs.