If you were given absolute power for exactly one year then had to give it back, what one thing do you change?

Honestly, Support them privately, oppose in the room. Allies need to know the line exists.

Whatever protects my people first. Everything else is politics.

Step back. Let the system work. Overreach is the most common leadership failure.

Here's the thing: Depends entirely on which generation will judge you. Think 20 years, not 20 days.