Quotes

Average is Over, Page 133

When it comes to technology, progress is usually good, but gradual progress is better.

On Becoming a Leader, Page 133

Leaders who trust their co-workers are, in turn, trusted by them. Trust, of course, cannot be acquired, but can only be given.

Why Managers Matter, Page 133

A strong boss knows how to bring out the best in each team member and can persuade strong-willed individuals to subordinate their egos and play as a team.

Courage is Calling, Page 133

You have to set the tempo… You want them to fear what you are going to do, not the other way around.

Focus, Page 133

…pandemics [rank] as a ‘wicked’ problem – not in the sense of ‘evil,’ but rather meaning extremely hard to solve.

Talent is Overrated, Page 133

…developing future leaders earlier than other companies creates a competitive advantage that lasts for decades, as… pipelines of high achievers become bigger, better, and more reliable.

The Enthusiastic Employee, Page 133

Organizations need to strive to compensate their workers well – even above the competition to the extent affordable.

Influencer, Page 133

…people need to learn that effort, persistence, and resiliency are eventually rewarded with success.

Accelerate, Page 133

A Big Opportunity is something that can potentially lead to significant outcomes if the possibility is exploited well enough and fast enough.

Distracted, Page 133

…what was once solid is permeable and what was once grounded is mobile. Institutions and traditions of the past are fraying.