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Arsenal Syndrome

A pattern of repeated underachievement in which an individual, team, or organization consistently invests significant resources, talent, or effort toward a goal, yet fails to attain ultimate success—often due to structural inefficiencies, psychological barriers, or chronic mismanagement.
Despite assembling a world-class roster and securing ample funding, the company suffered from Arsenal Syndrome, failing year after year to deliver a market-winning product.
by TesfayeM May 9, 2025
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