People in great groups have blinders on. Their work is all they see. They value failures as learning opportunities. They are optimistic, not realistic, as they proceed from one challenge and crisis to the next.

There are two ways of being creative. One can sing and dance. Or one can create an environment in which singers and dancers flourish.

Expect the best from your people and they will usually deliver but your expectations must be realistic.

Without a terrific leader, you're not going to have a Great Group. But it is also true that you're not going to have a great leader without a Great Group.

Government is like an onion. To understand it, you have to peel through many different layers. Most outsiders never get beyond the first or second layer.

Great leaders love talent and know where to find it. They surround themselves with talented people who can work effectively together.

Leaders must encourage their organizations to dance to forms of music yet to be heard.