Our findings do not represent a quick fix, or the next fashion statement in a long string of management fads, or the next buzzword of the day, or a new 'program' to introduce. No! The only way to make any company visionary is through a long-term commitment to an eternal process of building the organization to preserve the core and stimulate progress.

The only mistakes you can learn from are the ones you survive.

Managing your problems can only make you good, whereas building your opportunities is the only way to become great.

Genius of AND. Embrace both extremes on a number of dimensions at the same time. Instead of choosing a OR B, figure out how to have A AND B-purpose AND profit, continuity AND change, freedom AND responsibility, etc.

Most people will look back and realize they did not have a great life because it's just so easy to settle for a good life.

A visionary company doesn't simply balance between idealism and profitability: it seeks to be highly idealistic and highly profitable.

A company should limit its growth based on its ability to attract enough of the right people.