Southwest Airlines' former CEO Herb Kelleher said that the company's strategic plan was simply "doing things" rather than having a formal written plan. By taking action and focusing on operations, Southwest was able to succeed without an extensive strategic document. Kelleher emphasized taking action over creating detailed plans on paper.
The quote is from Isaac Asimov, an American author of science fiction, stating that problems created by knowledge cannot be solved through ignorance. Asimov suggests that ignoring or being unaware of knowledge will not help address issues that stem from having information or understanding in the first place. In just 3 sentences, this summary aims to capture the key idea expressed in the short document.
Confucius was a Chinese thinker who lived from 551 BC to 479 BC. He believed that a superior man should be modest in his speech but exceed in his actions. Confucius emphasized living virtuously and harmoniously within a hierarchical society.
Southwest Airlines' former CEO Herb Kelleher said that the company's strategic plan was simply "doing things" rather than having a formal written plan. By taking action and focusing on operations, Southwest was able to succeed without an extensive strategic document. Kelleher emphasized taking action over creating detailed plans on paper.
The quote is from Isaac Asimov, an American author of science fiction, stating that problems created by knowledge cannot be solved through ignorance. Asimov suggests that ignoring or being unaware of knowledge will not help address issues that stem from having information or understanding in the first place. In just 3 sentences, this summary aims to capture the key idea expressed in the short document.
Confucius was a Chinese thinker who lived from 551 BC to 479 BC. He believed that a superior man should be modest in his speech but exceed in his actions. Confucius emphasized living virtuously and harmoniously within a hierarchical society.
Jawaharlal Nehru, the first prime minister of India, believed that how we see ourselves is more important than how others perceive us. He stated that what we truly are deep down matters more than what other people think of us. Nehru emphasized focusing on our own self-image rather than being defined by external judgments.
Jack Welch is an American entrepreneur and former CEO of General Electric. He believes that giving people self-confidence is the most important thing a leader can do because it empowers them to take action. Welch led GE for 20 years during which time its market value grew from $12 billion to $410 billion.
Bill Gates is an American entrepreneur and former CEO of Microsoft. He is known for co-founding Microsoft and building it into the world's largest PC software company. Gates is also renowned for his quote "Success is a lousy teacher. It seduces smart people into thinking they can't lose."
Happiness is the key to success according to Herman Cain, an American entrepreneur and former CEO of Godfather's Pizza. Cain believes that if you love what you are doing, you will be successful, rather than success being the key to happiness. Loving your work and finding happiness in it is the path to achieving success.
Steve Jobs, the founder of Apple Inc., advised that time is limited and should not be wasted living someone else's life. He emphasized focusing on your own goals and dreams rather than following what others expect. In short, make the most of your time by living life on your own terms.
Henry Ford, an American industrialist and founder of the Ford Motor Company, stated that it is not the employer who pays wages but rather the customer. He believed that employers do not directly pay wages but rather generate revenue from customers that ultimately funds wages for employees. In short, wages are paid through business revenue generated from customers, not directly from employers.
The document quotes Warren Buffet saying "Risk comes from not knowing what you're doing." Warren Buffet is an American investor who cautions that taking risks without proper knowledge or understanding can be dangerous. The quote emphasizes the importance of being informed before taking action that could involve risk.
Courage is required both to voice one's perspective as well as to hear others out in silence, according to a quote by Winston Churchill. The British politician and statesman noted that bravery exists in both standing up to speak one's mind as well as sitting down and listening without interruption. Courage allows for the expression of diverse viewpoints through speaking and listening.
Considérez vos soldats comme vos enfants, et ils vous suivront partout, considérez les comme vos enfants bien aimées et ils vous suivront jusqu’à la mort
Regard your soldiers as your children, and they will follow you (...); look on them as your own beloved sons, and they will stand by you even unto death
Starting a startup requires relying primarily on yourself rather than expecting help from others. The founder stresses that entrepreneurs should not assume they will receive assistance when launching their business venture. Ultimately, budding business owners must be self-sufficient and not count on outside support if they hope to succeed with their startup.
Jawaharlal Nehru, the first prime minister of India, believed that how we see ourselves is more important than how others perceive us. He stated that what we truly are deep down matters more than what other people think of us. Nehru emphasized focusing on our own self-image rather than being defined by external judgments.
Jack Welch is an American entrepreneur and former CEO of General Electric. He believes that giving people self-confidence is the most important thing a leader can do because it empowers them to take action. Welch led GE for 20 years during which time its market value grew from $12 billion to $410 billion.
Bill Gates is an American entrepreneur and former CEO of Microsoft. He is known for co-founding Microsoft and building it into the world's largest PC software company. Gates is also renowned for his quote "Success is a lousy teacher. It seduces smart people into thinking they can't lose."
Happiness is the key to success according to Herman Cain, an American entrepreneur and former CEO of Godfather's Pizza. Cain believes that if you love what you are doing, you will be successful, rather than success being the key to happiness. Loving your work and finding happiness in it is the path to achieving success.
Steve Jobs, the founder of Apple Inc., advised that time is limited and should not be wasted living someone else's life. He emphasized focusing on your own goals and dreams rather than following what others expect. In short, make the most of your time by living life on your own terms.
Henry Ford, an American industrialist and founder of the Ford Motor Company, stated that it is not the employer who pays wages but rather the customer. He believed that employers do not directly pay wages but rather generate revenue from customers that ultimately funds wages for employees. In short, wages are paid through business revenue generated from customers, not directly from employers.
The document quotes Warren Buffet saying "Risk comes from not knowing what you're doing." Warren Buffet is an American investor who cautions that taking risks without proper knowledge or understanding can be dangerous. The quote emphasizes the importance of being informed before taking action that could involve risk.
Courage is required both to voice one's perspective as well as to hear others out in silence, according to a quote by Winston Churchill. The British politician and statesman noted that bravery exists in both standing up to speak one's mind as well as sitting down and listening without interruption. Courage allows for the expression of diverse viewpoints through speaking and listening.
Considérez vos soldats comme vos enfants, et ils vous suivront partout, considérez les comme vos enfants bien aimées et ils vous suivront jusqu’à la mort
Regard your soldiers as your children, and they will follow you (...); look on them as your own beloved sons, and they will stand by you even unto death
Starting a startup requires relying primarily on yourself rather than expecting help from others. The founder stresses that entrepreneurs should not assume they will receive assistance when launching their business venture. Ultimately, budding business owners must be self-sufficient and not count on outside support if they hope to succeed with their startup.
1. “Ce qui compte c’est ce que
l’on est vraiment pas ce que
les autres pensent de nous.”
Jawaharlal Nehru
Homme politique indien et 1er ministre d’Inde