Trust resides squarely between faith and doubt.

Around the world, the generals are being ousted, and the poets are taking charge.

Encourage reflective backtalk: Leaders know the importance of having someone in their lives who will unfailingly and fearlessly tell them the truth.

Growing other leaders from the ranks isn't just the duty of the leader, it's an obligation.

The manager accepts the status quo; the leader challenges it.

Understand the "Gretzky Factor": Cultivate an instinct, a "touch", call it what you will, that enables you to know both where the "puck" is now and where it will be soon.

Great groups deliver great results. And for everyone involved in a great group, great work is its own reward.