The Open Organization Quotes

“Google relies on something called “Google Ideas,” a web-based forum where employees regularly submit ideas on everything from product improvements to making the company a better place to work. The”
― Jim Whitehurst, The Open Organization: Igniting Passion and Performance

“open organization”—which I define as an organization that engages participative communities both inside and out—responds to opportunities more quickly, has access to resources and talent outside the organization, and inspires, motivates, and empowers people at all levels to act with accountability.”
― Jim Whitehurst, The Open Organization: Igniting Passion and Performance

“job of every leader is to continuously create the context required for passion to emerge by connecting associates’ job functions to the organization’s broader mission. The”
― Jim Whitehurst, The Open Organization: Igniting Passion and Performance

“To do this, you must transition into thinking of people as members of a community, moving from a transactional mind-set to one built on commitment.”
― Jim Whitehurst, The Open Organization: Igniting Passion and Performance

“Lack of candor, if unchecked, ultimately leads to dysfunctional environments.”
― Jim Whitehurst, The Open Organization: Igniting Passion and Performance

“what’s most gratifying is that after 10 years and the tremendous growth we’ve had, I’m still here for the same reason I joined in the first place—that Red Hat is a pure-play open source company. Thanks again! Mark.”
― Jim Whitehurst, The Open Organization: Igniting Passion and Performance