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Individually, they are A Players because you have taken the time to match their unique motivations, talents, and values to their roles. Collectively, they form an A team because they know how to pull on the oars together. They propel your business forward by making unique contributions that add up to something greater than the sum of the parts alone.
Boards and investors have a tendency to invest in CEOs who demonstrate openness to feedback, possess great listening skills, and treat people with respect.
Lambs were successful 57 percent of the time.
CEOs who move quickly, act aggressively, work hard, demonstrate persistence, and set high standards and hold people accountable to them.
Cheetahs in our study were successful 100 percent of the time. This is not a rounding error. Every single one of them created significant value for their investors.
Emotional intelligence is important, but only when matched with the propensity to get things done.
Cheetahs know when it is time to stop asking for feedback and to attack a target to achieve key outcomes that move a company forward.
if you have the choice to be or hire somebody who errs on the side of being too fast and focused versus being slow and extremely collaborative, we recommend going with the fast and focused option. In this fast-paced age of business in which we all exist, it appears that speed and focus really count when it comes to delivering great financial results.
