Great leaders are pragmatists who can deal with difficult realities but still have the optimism and courage to act.

Communication is the real work of leadership.

Enduring setbacks while maintaining the ability to show others the way to go forward is a true test of leadership.

We've always treated the historical context of a particular time as a kind of sidebar to any discussion about business leadership, ... But we've found that context is far more salient than we ever imagined.

We've always treated the historical context of a particular time as a kind of sidebar to any discussion about business leadership. But we've found that context is far more salient than we ever imagined.

That which is striking and beautiful is not always good; but that which is good is always beautiful.