In the US, being soft-spoken, deferential, and respectful makes you a valued colleague, NOT a leader. America was born in revolution, has an enduring cowboy identity, and today is led by a reality TV personality. This pattern plays out in business, too. US business culture favors those who speak quickly, act boldly, and ignore at least some rules and limitations. If anything, this trend is increasing with ideas like “founder mode” getting broad attention and support