The First 90 Days with Harvard Business Review article "How Managers Become Leaders" Quotes

“(the structure), how to outfit it (the processes), and which mix of crew members is best (the skill bases). Throughout the journey, you keep an eye out for reefs that are not on the charts.”
― Michael D. Watkins, The First 90 Days with Harvard Business Review article "How Managers Become Leaders"

“Getting Started Aligning an organization is like preparing for a long sailing trip. First, you need to be clear on whether your destination (the mission and goals) and your route (the strategy) are the right ones.”
― Michael D. Watkins, The First 90 Days with Harvard Business Review article "How Managers Become Leaders"

“It is a sure sign of success when people begin to echo your themes without knowing they're doing so.”
― Michael D. Watkins, The First 90 Days with Harvard Business Review article "How Managers Become Leaders"

“Decision making becomes more political - less about authority and more about influence. That isn't good or bad; it's simply inevitable.”
― Michael D. Watkins, The First 90 Days with Harvard Business Review article "How Managers Become Leaders"