Prestige is defined by widespread respect and admiration based upon remarkable achievements and true standing.  

The antithesis of prestige is diminished status or bad reputation.

Without prestige, standing, credibility or a good reputation, it would be hard to lead and do business with the world that cannot trust or respect such a diminished person lacking in credibility, standing and prestige.

All the negativities translate into diminished standing, status and therefore, power to positively influence leadership and business goals.

Therefore, lower standing or no standing (depending upon viewpoint) becomes an inability to lead, to do business and generate true prosperity and defend peace.