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The Missing Link Between Failure And Success
Posted by | Posted in Book Excerpts, Education, Inspiration, Leadership, The 8th Habit | Posted on 26-02-2007
While studying THE 8TH HABIT, I discovered today’s quote from the best-selling business book, EXECUTION: The Discipline of Getting Things Done, by Mr. Ram Charan and Mr. Larry Bossidy. How many of the leaders in our galvanized group still lack what it takes to make our big dreams comes true as we aspire to achieve great things? I’m not ashamed to admit that I do.
It’s my heart’s desire that discovering the “missing link” that helps to bridge the gap between Failure and Success will inspire the great people — who honestly believe we’re destined to achieve greatness — to join our 8TH HABIT study group.
“Leadership without the discipline of execution is incomplete and ineffective. Without the ability to execute, all other attributes of leadership become hollow.
No company can deliver on its commitments or adapt well to change unless all leaders practice the discipline of execution at all levels. Execution has to be part of a company strategy in its goals. It is the missing link between aspirations and results.”
If you’ve already analyzed and synthesized the contents of Mr. Stephen Covey’s book, you’ll notice that our group discussions don’t follow the insightful material in the same order as it’s presented in the book. Both THE 7 HABITS and THE 8TH HABIT can be ordered through the Book Store link by clicking on the highlighted titles. As we proceed, the reasons why will become evident. Please feel to jump in and comment at any time. I’m just the facilitator who’s always willing to listen and learn all I can while I can. Your “G-rated” comments will always be respected and deeply appreciated.
If you’ve missed any of the previous posts, I’ll be creating and updating a category for the 8TH HABIT. God willing, by December 31, 2007, each of our insightful souls will have what we need to complete our thought-provoking, paradigm shifting journey “From Effectiveness To Greatness.” It makes me smile to know you care enough about our eclectic group to share some link love with the rest of the blended, extended family members of humanity’s culturally diverse global village.
I thank each of you for the gift of your time.
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