Quotes

Why Managers Matter, Page 144

Indeed, the traditional hierarchically organized company has remarking staying power.

Think Like a Champion, Page 144

Looking like you’re working hard is a waste of everyone’s time and talent.

Thinking, Fast and Slow, Page 144

Rational or not, fear is painful and debilitating, and policy makers must endeavor to protect the public from fear, not only from real dangers.

Talent is Overrated, Page 144

The effects of deliberate practice activities are cumulative. The more of a head start your organization gets in developing people individually and as teams, the more difficult it will be for your competitors ever to catch you.

Give and Take, Page 144

…when people have to work closely together, such as in teams… powerless speech is actually more influential than powerful speech.

When, Page 144

A self-compassion letter operates like the converse corollary of the Golden Rule: It offers a way to treat yourself as you would others.

The Lean Product Playbook, Page 144

…conduct user tests with one customer at a time for the best results.

Feel the Fear… and Do It Anyway, Page 144

The phrase ‘say yes’ means ‘to agree to’ those things that life hands us. Saying yes means letting go of resistance and letting in the possibilities that our universe offers….

Absolute Value, Page 144

…procrastination is a powerful human trait, so triggers for action can still make a difference. Incentives and triggers are important as ever…

Drive, Page 144

The profit motive has been an important fuel for achievement. But it’s not the only motive. And it’s not the most important one.