As we face increasing global tensions, supply chain disruptions, and a growing need for domestic production, bringing jobs back home has become a matter of national importance. However, the path to reshoring is fraught with challenges—three of the most pressing being the American people's disinterest in technical, hands-on jobs, the decline of shop classes in schools, and the general undervaluation of blue-collar work.

While The Peter Principle is a concept introduced over five decades ago, its relevance remains strikingly current. In today’s fast-paced, ever-evolving workplaces, the pitfalls of promoting based on past performance rather than future capability are as prevalent as ever. The principles outlined in EOS offer a modern solution to this timeless challenge, ensuring organizations remain agile, efficient, and aligned.

When accountability is weak, these recurring problems often surface:

Rehashing the Same Problems If your leadership team is having the same conversations, addressing the same issues meeting after meeting or quarter after quarter, it’s a clear indicator that there is an accountability issue. The wrong person is in the functional seat where issues repeatedly arise.