I'm interested in avoiding two types of behaviour [in my children]: one is the sense of guilt and the other is a sense of entitlement. If these two are avoided, then the rest is up to them.
John ElkannMany things are linked to being able to live with uncertainty, ...with paradoxes. But this can be a strength of an organisation and a situation.
John ElkannI learnt not to be desperate in bad times, and I am learning not to be bullish when times are good.
John ElkannAs an entrepreneur you have responsibilities in trying to operate well in what you have to do. There is a positive effect if you end up doing that. That's where I try to spend most of my efforts.
John Elkann