Quotes

The Hard Thing About Hard Things, Page 256

…the number-one way that executives fail is by continuing to do their old job rather than moving on to their new job.

Thinking, Fast and Slow, Page 256

When action is needed, optimism, even of the mildly delusional variety, may be a good thing.

Courage is Calling, Page 256

Defeat is a choice. The brave never choose it.

Brain Rules, Page 256

…we must do a better job of encouraging lifelong curiosity, in our workplaces, our homes, and especially in our schools.

Deep Work, Page 256

…send fewer e-mails and ignore those that aren’t easy to process – and by doing so [you] will significantly weaken the grip your inbox maintains over your time and attention.

The Hard Thing About Hard Things, Page 256

…your loyalty must go to your employees – the people who report to your executives… You own them a world-class management team. That’s the priority.

Range, Page 256

…thinkers who tolerate ambiguity make the best forecasts…

Getting Things Done, Page 256

The secret of getting ahead is getting started. The secret of getting started is breaking your complex overwhelming tasks into small, manageable tasks and then starting on the first one. – Mark Twain

Thanks for the Feedback, Page 256

…the ability to learn from feedback is what will shape your future most.

Grit, Page 256

If you want to create a great culture, you have to have a collection of core values that everyone lives. – Anson Dorrance