Quotes

Talent is Overrated, Page 109

…in the great majority of careers, and in the advanced stages of all of them, there is no published curriculum, no syllabus of materials that must be studied and mastered.

On Becoming a Leader, Page 109

Reflection is the pivotal way we learn.

The Rock Crusher, Page 109

Pulling poorly formed rocks through the thin pipe – that is, rocks that are not ready – will quickly clog the pipe and ruin predictable delivery of value.

Accelerate, Page 109

Change is not easy. We all know that. Larger-scale, strategically important change can be horrendously challenging.

Lost and Founder, Page 109

…if possible, build your expertise before you build your network, and build your network before you build your company.

Management, Page 109

All economic activity… requires three kinds of resources: land, that is products of nature; labor, that is, human resources; and capital, that is, the means to invest in tomorrow.

The Inspirational Leader, Page 109

…inspirational leaders are a rare breed because businesses are run by what we define as managers…

No Hard Feelings, Page 109

Online and off, the best teams discuss ideas frequently, do not let one person dominate the conversation, and are sensitive to one another’s feelings.

Talent is Overrated, Page 109

In all practice activities it’s highly valuable to get others’ views about what you should be working on and how you’re doing.

Courage is Calling, Page 109

…to get over the fear, you go. – Jocko Willink