Quotes

When, Page 164

The best endings don’t leave us happy. Instead, they produce something richer – a rush of unexpected insight, a fleeting moment of transcendence, the possibility that by discarding what we wanted we’ve gotten what we need.

Competing in the New World of Work, Page 164

The truth is, work in the future will be a balance between human intervention and automated technologies.

The Art of Possibility, Page 164

Leaders who become their vision often seem uncommonly brave to the rest of us. Whether from the middle of the action, or from the sidelines, they are a conduit for carrying the vision forward.

Talent is Overrated, Page 164

People who are internally driven to create do seem more creative than those who are just doing it for the money.

Courage is Calling, Page 164

If you don’t believe you can do something, it’s not only unlikely that you can do it, it’s guaranteed that you won’t even try.

Atomic Habits, Page 164

You may not be able to automate the whole process, but you can make the first action mindless.

Unreasonable Hospitality, Page 164

…there is no more difficult moment to be the head of a business than when there has been a massive disappointment.

How, Page 164

…economic activity in times of high uncertainty slows down and traders become risk-averse.

When, Page 164

Closings, conclusions, and culminations reveal something essential about the human condition: In the end, we seek meaning.

Competing in the New World of Work, Page 164

The future of human work will rely on creativity, not productivity.