Anyone in a large organization who thinks major change is impossible should probably get out.

Outsiders have the intuitive ability to continually view problems in fresh ways and to identify ineffective practices and traditions.

The rate of change is not going to slow down anytime soon. If anything, competition in most industries will probably speed up even more in the next few decades.

Tradition is a very powerful force.

People are more inclined to be drawn in if their leader has a compelling vision. Great leaders help people get in touch with their own aspirations and then will help them forge those aspirations into a personal vision.

In an ever changing world, you never learn it all, even if you keep growing into your 90s.

Leadership is different from management, but not for the reasons most people think.