Quotes

A Sense of Urgency, Page 175

Quick successes can turn skeptics into supporters while reducing the power of cynics and NoNos.

Average is Over, Page 175

…the geographic and institutional clustering of commercial talent is on the rise.

The No Asshole Rule, Page 175

People who are experienced at ‘asshole boss management’ also learn that their survival depends on protecting themselves from blame, humiliation, and recrimination rather than doing what is best for their organization.

The Start-up of You, Page 175

There’s competition for good opportunities. And because of that, if you can intelligently take on risk, you will find opportunities others miss.

Never Split the Difference, Page 175

A repetitive series of ‘What’ and ‘How’ questions can help you overcome the aggressive tactics of a manipulative adversary.

The Power of Habit, Page 175

Sometimes, a truce can create dangers that outweigh any peace.

Rapt, Page 175

As the term workaholic suggests, the rapt attention and motivation inspired by a goal can resemble an addiction.

A Sense of Urgency, Page 175

…with success comes a major problem: keeping up the sense of urgency needed to accomplish a bigger goal or to sustain a high level of performance over time.

Leaders Eat Last, Page 175

The more attention leaders focus on their own wealth or power, the more they stop acting like leaders and start taking on more of the attributes of tyrants.

Getting Things Done, Page 175

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