Altman seems to be a extraordinary leader, motivator, and strategizer. This itself is clear by the fact that 90% of the company was willing to walk out over his retention. Just think about that for minute.
My job also secures my loyalty and support with a financial incentive. It is probably the most common way for a business leader to align interests.
Kings reward dukes, and generals pay soldiers. Politicians trade policies. That doesn't mean they arent leaders.
I didn't say anything about higher order values. Getting people to want what you want, and do what you want is a skill.
Hitler was an extraordinary leader. That doesn't imply anything about higher values.
Especially with putting Larry Summers on the board with this tweet.