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No part of that points to "Hades was also widely disliked before Azem guilt-tripped him into helping with problems all over the star, resulting in him getting an enormous boost in popularity and social standing that got Hades nominated for the position of Emet-Selch." being a reality. Please don't use your personal headcanon as reasoning. We are also told that Hythlodaeus is the one who recommended Hades to the seat of Emet-Selch because not only did he have exceptional sight, but was one of the most powerful mages alive. He was not scouted because of his "enormous boost in personality" after being terribly disliked for so long.
From the quest Their Greatest Contribution.

Hythlodaeus: "Thus did I recommend him for the office in my stead. And I wasn't the only one. Far from it.

Countless others vouched for his skill and character. People the world over, to whom he had previously lent a helping hand.

Oh how surprised he was. Claimed he hadn't done anything remarkable for anyone. Modest to a fault.

He deserves every bit of acclaim he received. Yet he may well have gone unappreciated were it not for a mutual friend.

A singular soul who can't help but involve (himself/herself) in the business of others. Where (he/she) walks, excitement is certain to follow.
(His/Her) antics irritate Emet-Selch to no end, but much of his grumbling stems from genuine concern.

When our friend calls, he never fails to answer and lend his talents.

And in the course of doing so, he himself came to be recognized and respected by those around him."

It comes off as part of the reason why Emet-Selch got looked at after Hythlodaeus turned down the job is due to "us" dragging him around during what might have been his ill begotten youth.