Quotes

Quit, Page 186

If it’s a twenty-foot leap, there’s no way you’re better off with optimism than with a realistic calibration of your confidence.

The Rare Find, Page 187

Great talent is no substitute for the right talent. Glistening résumés have been caught up in some of the bitterest leadership failures.

Leaders Eat Last, Page 187

To be a true leader, to engender deep trust and loyalty, starts with telling the truth.

Quit, Page 187

Optimism unchecked by realism prevents you from quitting when you ought to walk away.

Reset, Page 187

People do want to drive. But they also want guardrails and a safety net…

The Rare Find, Page 187

…the more prominent a talent hunt may be, the easier it is for selectors to lose track of what they really need.

Thanks for the Feedback, Page 187

So, while simple labels help orient us in the world, they don’t hold up well against the complexity of the world.

Emotional Intelligence 2.0, Page 187

When you catch yourself sending a mixed signal, readjust to match it or explain it.

Tiny Habits, Page 187

When you can let go of old identities and embrace new ones, you will soar in your ability to go from tiny to transformative.

Why We Buy, Page 187

In any product category, the best way to limit package destruction is to offer shoppers a way to try things without doing any damage.