Dead Men's Path:
I really liked this story.  I seem to relate to it personally as well as an observer.  What I mean about my personal experience is that I have, unfortunately, done similiar things as Michael.  I once let my leadership role go to my head and instead of listening to those around me when attempting to implement change, I decided "I knew best" and proceeded with my own agenda...this like Michael's experience, did not go well...at all.
This is a great example of youth and age clashing..when it ought to be an opportunity for both to listen and learn and then discern the best possible outcome.  I learned this lesson the hard way in life..and truthfully, I forget it at times, only be knocked back into place afterwards.