Take the middle 70 percent and tell them what they need to do to get into the top 20 percent.

We know where most of the creativity, the innovation, the stuff that drives productivity lies - in the minds of those closest to the work.

In order to lead a country or a company, you've got to get everybody on the same page and you've got to be able to have a vision of where you're going. America can't have a vision of health care for everybody, green economy, regulations - can't have a bunch of piece - meal activities. It's got to have a vision.

Leadership is helping other people grow and succeed. it is not just about you. It's all about them.... everyone deserves a chance.... you can never let yourself be a victim.

In the end, your integrity is all you've got.

Drucker said: 'If you weren't already in this business, would you enter it today? And if not, what are you going to do about it?' ... Simple, right? But incredibly powerful.

Companies don't give job security. Only satisfied customers do.