There is usually a clock in our heads regarding decisions we make and the course of our lives. Sometimes this clock is helpful in that it get us to move rather than put off key actions. Other times, it creates… — Robert S. Kaplan Copy Share Image
“To improve your skills, you need to be receptive to constructive criticism and open to feeling uncomfortable.” — Robert S. Kaplan Copy Share Image
I like films about people who figured out what they believed and had the guts to act on it in a way that added value to others. So, there are lots of movies that have characters who did that. I'll pick an odd one - Stranger Than Fiction because I really liked the movie - particularly the offbeat cookie maker.… — Robert S. Kaplan Copy Share
“If you want to reach your potential, you must be willing to figure out what you believe and have the courage to act on… — Robert S. Kaplan Copy Share Image
Leadership is a team sport - learning to work with others is a critical skill. This means articulating a clear vision, setting priorities, giving… — Robert S. Kaplan Copy Share Image
Consistent alignment of capabilities and internal processes with the customer value proposition is the core of any strategy execution. — Robert S. Kaplan Copy Share Image
Managing risk is very different from managing strategy. Risk management focuses on the negative-threats and failures rather than opportunities and successes. — Robert S. Kaplan Copy Share Image
Reaching your potential is a disciplined process. Like losing weight or getting in shape - there is no final destination and it requires you… — Robert S. Kaplan Copy Share Image
In my opinion, you have to have a vision for how you add value to others through your product or service. Why do you exist? All of us need a reason to get out of bed in the morning and enthusiastically approach each day. Some people say money is their purpose - - my reaction is that, if money is… — Robert S. Kaplan Copy Share
You never do arrive at a destination. You have to work at it and take ownership of the process. What resonates at age 25… — Robert S. Kaplan Copy Share Image
To help people with the struggle, I have to reveal my own struggles. — Robert S. Kaplan Copy Share Image
If you're the smartest person in the room, it can sometimes be hard to learn to delegate - the person to whom you're delegating… — Robert S. Kaplan Copy Share Image
Rather than the word career, I prefer to discuss how you make a positive I pact on the world. This could mean raising your… — Robert S. Kaplan Copy Share Image
