There’s danger in putting all your eggs in one basket
It takes a lot of effort to retool an organization, and doing so is not without risk, but the payoff could be transformative.
Big goals are reached after taking many little steps
On your way to doing big things with your company, remember it’s all the little steps that get you there.
As more things change, some things must stay the same
Change in a business is inevitable. The market is seemingly being reshaped daily by innovations and disruptions, driving some businesses to entirely rethink how they deliver services.
Stop settling for good. Chase great.
Innovation takes consistent effort. And as leaders, that responsibility falls on us.
The more important the person, the faster the response
There is little reason to believe that internet communications will be reduced in the future. Therefore, managing your workload, minimizing anxiety, and striving for a pristine and uncluttered inbox reflect a day’s work well done.
Gauge your success by how much you can give
Rather than asking how much you should donate, ask how much you really need to keep. Sometimes just a small gift makes a big difference to someone in need.
Measure twice, but only cut once
Learn from these near-heart-stopping fumbles and always proofread three times, the last time aloud before pressing the send key.
Why your budget should include a line for outside advisers
Those who have been in business for a while should be able to sort out the good consultants from the bad. And if you’d like an outside opinion on that, talk with your peers or professional advisers, who will most likely have a name or two to get you started.
Work for the best, prepare for the worst and question overly friendly watchdogs
Success is a balancing act of being a skeptical optimist, preparing for the worst while working unwaveringly for the best.
The importance of being teachable and open to new perspectives
While your past wins may give you confidence, your future success depends on a perspective that’s broad enough to avoid blind spots.
