Managing your problems can only make you good, whereas building your opportunities is the only way to become great. — James C. Collins Copy Share Image
In a truly great company profits and cash flow become like blood and water to a healthy body: They are absolutely essential… — James C. Collins Copy Share Image
The moment you feel the need to tightly manage someone, you've made a hiring mistake. The best people don't need to be… — James C. Collins Copy Share Image
Some managers are uncomfotable with expressing emotion about their dreams, but it's the passion and emotion that will attract and motivate others. — James C. Collins Copy Share Image
Smart people instinctively understand the dangers of entrusting our future to self-serving leaders who use our institutions, whether in the corporate or… — James C. Collins Copy Share Image
If we allow the celebrity rock-star model of leadership to triumph, we will see the decline of corporations and institutions of all… — James C. Collins Copy Share Image
Our findings do not represent a quick fix, or the next fashion statement in a long string of management fads, or the… — James C. Collins Copy Share Image
“This might not sound very exciting (inventory management is not something that tends to rivet readers), but think of it this way:… — James C. Collins Copy Share Image
Mediocrity results first and foremost from management failure, not technological failure. — James C. Collins Copy Share Image
“You get the best people, you build them into the best managers in the industry, and you accept the fact that some… — James C. Collins Copy Share Image
“To be rigorous means consistently applying exacting standards at all times and at all levels, especially in upper management. To be rigorous,… — James C. Collins Copy Share Image
No matter what. Wherever your mind wanders, it seems to turn up at the same Field of Dreams. It's the vision you wake up… — James C. Collins Copy Share Image
“This might not sound very exciting (inventory management is not something that tends to rivet readers), but think of it this way: Imagine walking… — James C. Collins Copy Share Image
“Merck • Corporate social responsibility • Unequivocal excellence in all aspects of the company • Science-based innovation • Honesty and integrity • Profit, but… — James C. Collins Copy Share Image
Greatest danger is not failure, but be successful and not know why. — James C. Collins Copy Share Image
“If you have the right people on the bus, they will be self-motivated. The real question then becomes: How do you manage in such… — James C. Collins Copy Share Image
“2. Core purpose is an organization’s most fundamental reason for being. It should not be confused with the company’s current product lines or customer… — James C. Collins Copy Share Image
The drive for progress doesn't wait for the external world to say "It's time to change." — James C. Collins Copy Share Image
The secret to a successful retirement is to find your retirement sweet spot. The sweet spot is where your passions, what you do best,… — James C. Collins Copy Share Image
Managing your problems can only make you good, whereas building your opportunities is the only way to become great. — James C. Collins Copy Share Image
Creative leadership impact increases in your 50's. When I turn 50 I want to say, "Nice start!" — James C. Collins Copy Share Image
“The fact that something is a “once-in-a-lifetime opportunity” is irrelevant, unless it fits within the three circles. A great company will have many once-in-a-lifetime… — James C. Collins Copy Share Image
Don't take care of your career. Take care of your people. They will take care of your career. — James C. Collins Copy Share Image
