Good To Great: Why Some Companies Make the Leap and Others Don't
Jim Collins
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Ever wondered what differentiates a 'good' entity from a 'great' one?
Can a good school, government, or company transform into a great one?
Dive into an insightful exploration of the journey from 'good to great', centered around the principles of disciplined people, thought, action, and the breakthrough role of Level 5 Leadership. Discover how esteemed organizations like Wells Fargo and Philip Morris navigated this transformation and the critical importance of having the 'right people on the bus'. Let's demystify the Hedgehog Concept and its power in simplifying a complex world into a unifying idea.
Ever wondered what differentiates a 'good' entity from a 'great' one?
Can a good school, government, or company transform into a great one?
Dive into an insightful exploration of the journey from 'good to great', centered around the principles of disciplined people, thought, action, and the breakthrough role of Level 5 Leadership. Discover how esteemed organizations like Wells Fargo and Philip Morris navigated this transformation and the critical importance of having the 'right people on the bus'. Let's demystify the Hedgehog Concept and its power in simplifying a complex world into a unifying idea.
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#1
Can a good company become a great company?
01 Jan 1970
02:51
02:51
#2
Level 5 Leadership: Darwin E. Smith's Transformative Journey at Kimberly-Clark
01 Jan 1970
01:57
01:57
#3
Can the Right Team Transform a Good Company Into a Great One?
01 Jan 1970
01:49
01:49
#4
From Survival to Thrival: The Stockdale Paradox in A&P and Kroger's Retail Rivalry
01 Jan 1970
01:50
01:50
#5
Are You a Hedgehog or a Fox? How Understanding This Concept Could Drive Your Success?
01 Jan 1970
01:59
01:59
#6
Mastering Growth: Lessons from Amgen's George Rathmann and the Importance of Discipline in Startups
01 Jan 1970
01:51
01:51
#7
Can Traditional Companies like Walgreens Triumph in the Internet Revolution?
01 Jan 1970
01:45
01:45
#8
The Flywheel Effect: The Power of Consistency in Transitioning from Good to Great in Business
01 Jan 1970
01:57
01:57
#9
What Sets Great Companies Like Procter & Gamble and Boeing Apart from the Rest?
01 Jan 1970
02:03
02:03
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Final Recap
01 Jan 1970
02:10
02:10
About Author
Jim Collins is a renowned business consultant, author, and speaker best known for his research on company sustainability and growth. His book "Good to Great: Why Some Companies Make the Leap... and Others Don't" is a seminal work in the field of management studies, exploring the factors that transform average companies into exceptional performers. Collins' meticulous analysis of corporate success has made him a highly respected figure in the business community, influencing leaders and organizations around the world to strive for greatness.
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