Meat Eaters and Grass Eaters

On the plains of life (and the workplace), the decisions are easy when the two groups are clearly identified. A basic rule is you don't send a grass eater to negotiate with a meat eater.

What is tricky is when a zebra pretends to be a lion and a lion pretends to be a zebra. It is surprising how long some can get away with that ruse. [For an example from history, consider how often Stalin mastered the faux grass eater routine.]

The truth eventually emerges but it may be too late.