Level 5 leaders channel their ego needs away from themselves and into the larger goal of building a great company. It's not that Level 5 leaders have no ego or self-interest. Indeed, they are incredibly ambitious-but their ambition is first and foremost for the institution, not themselves.
James C. CollinsGood-to-great companies set their goals and strategies based on understanding; comparison companies set their goals and strategies based on bravado.
James C. CollinsGenuine confidence is what launches you out of bed in the morning, and through your day with a spring in your step.
James C. CollinsIf I'm going really, really fast, I can do a page of finished text a day, on average.
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