I have found that being honest is the best technique I can use. Right up front, tell people what you're trying to accomplish and what you're willing to sacrifice to accomplish it.
Lee IacoccaIf I Had To Sum Up In One Word The Qualities That Make Up A Good Manager, I'd Say Decisiveness.
Lee IacoccaIncompetency begets incompetency. The last thing a guy who isn't sure of himself wants is a guy backing him up who is sure of himself.
Lee IacoccaYou've got to say, "I think that if I keep working at this and want it badly enough I can have it." It's called perseverance.
Lee Iacocca