What are the factors behind Incompetence?

[Knajjd]

I see incompetence everywhere. But what causes it?

Is it selfishness? Is it caused by over complexity?

Here's an interesting link to Hanlon's Razor which might be relevant:
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hanlon's_razor

Any thoughts on this topic are much appreciated.

 

[HeinzKell]

A lack of foresight is probably a major factor. A lot of people don't think in terms of long term goals and make decisions for the moment

 

[lifesucksandyoudie]

Peter principle