Pros
Relationships developed with co-workers. CEO is a visionary
Kontras
Executives are very young for the most part and would not recognize a good leader if the person slapped them in the face. The executives let go most of the leaders that actually accomplished anything or were instrumental in getting things done in a matrix environment. They prefer anyone that will say "yes" and do not want to hear the truth when given line of sight on what is possible. The worst part is that they do not understand the how their product operates and what exactly it is doing to achieve company goals. The "old boy" network is alive and strong in this company and if you cozy up to the right people you will be rewarded handsomely even if you are universally despised by everyone that works with and around you. The employees are frightened of when the next layoff will take place and are afraid to speak the truth now that they see what happens to those that lead rather than say "yes".