Mike -

This is an excellent post - thoroughly enjoyed the meaning of your writing - it definitely spoke to me.  In my experience, and as you stated, it takes a "fool" to go against the grain for what they truly believe in - for what they truly stand for as a person.

In today's corporate environment (sales for sure) it is a "survival of the fittest", and a "what's in it for me attitude."  And I understand the need to take care of your own, but especially as a leader of a team, you need to provide for others more than you take...you get back what you give!

Thanks for the post Mike - well done

SPGonz