yellitocracy

Definition

An organizational dysfunction where the loudest voice wins every argument, regardless of actual merit or logic. Common in toxic startups and poorly-managed teams where decibel level is somehow confused with leadership ability, ensuring the best ideas often die in quiet corners while mediocre ones get screamed into existence.

Example Usage

Our product meetings are a total yellitocracy—the CEO just approved whatever feature the VP shouted about most passionately.

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