The Challenge Is Not Just To Build

Level 5 Leaders Channel Their Ego Needs Away From Themselves And Into The Larger Goal Of Building A Great Company. It's Not That Level 5 Leaders Have No Ego Or Self-interest. Indeed, They Are Incredibly Ambitious-but Their Ambition Is First And Foremost For The Institution, Not Themselves.

The X Factor Of A Great Leader Is Humility Combined With Will.

People Need Bhags - Big Hairy Audacious Goals.

Not Every Financial Company Toppled During The 2008 Crisis, And Some Seized The Opportunity To Take Advantage Of Weaker Competitors In The Midst Of The Tumult.

Creative Leadership Impact Increases In Your 50's. When I Turn 50 I Want To Say, "nice Start!"