Stop being conned by the old mantra that says, 'Leaders are cool, managers are dweebs.' Instead, follow the Peters Principle: Leaders are cool. Managers are cool too!
Tom PetersMastery is great, but even that is not enough. You have to be able to change course without a bead of sweat, or remorse.
Tom PetersWith most competitors moving ever faster, the race will go to those who listen (and respond) most intently.
Tom PetersChampions are pioneers, and pioneers get shot at. The companies that get the most from champions, therefore, are those that have rich support network so their pioneers will flourish. This point is so important it's hard to overstress. No support systems, no champions. No champions, no innovations.
Tom Peters