#860
Mentioned in 22 episodes
Great by choice
Uncertainty, Chaos, and Luck--Why Some Thrive Despite Them All
Book • 2011
This book explores why some companies succeed in highly uncertain and chaotic environments while others do not.
Collins and Hansen conducted extensive research, studying companies that beat their industry indexes by at least ten times over fifteen years in turbulent conditions.
They debunk several myths about successful leadership in turbulent times, highlighting key principles such as fanatic discipline, empirical creativity, and productive paranoia.
The authors also examine the role of luck and how successful companies leverage it to their advantage.
The book provides practical insights and strategies for building a great enterprise in unpredictable environments.
Collins and Hansen conducted extensive research, studying companies that beat their industry indexes by at least ten times over fifteen years in turbulent conditions.
They debunk several myths about successful leadership in turbulent times, highlighting key principles such as fanatic discipline, empirical creativity, and productive paranoia.
The authors also examine the role of luck and how successful companies leverage it to their advantage.
The book provides practical insights and strategies for building a great enterprise in unpredictable environments.
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Mentioned in 22 episodes
Mentioned by 
Shane Parrish as books authored or co-authored by 
Jim Collins , focusing on business success and longevity.
Shane Parrish as books authored or co-authored by Jim Collins , focusing on business success and longevity.
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#67 Jim Collins: Keeping the Flywheel in Motion
Mentioned by 
Carey Nieuwhof when discussing Jim Collins ' body of work, highlighting its impact on leadership understanding.
Carey Nieuwhof when discussing Jim Collins ' body of work, highlighting its impact on leadership understanding.
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CNLP 678 | Jim Collins Breaks Down How the Mighty Fall, The Liability of Charisma, Why Growth is Not a Goal, and His Personal Flywheel
Mentioned by 
Guy Raz as a book examining companies that had beaten their industry indexes at least 10 times over 15 years.
Guy Raz as a book examining companies that had beaten their industry indexes at least 10 times over 15 years.
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Built to Last, Great by Choice: Jim Collins
Mentioned by Ken Coleman as one of the four essential business books for those seeking to build a successful company.
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#130: Jim Collins—How to Build an Enduring, Great Company
Learned the strategy of 'fire bullets, then cannons' from it.
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If I Wanted to Become a Millionaire Before 30, I'd Do This
Mentioned by Trey Lockerbie as the episode guest and author of several best-selling books on business and leadership.
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TIP372: Identifying A Great Company w/ Jim Collins
Mentioned by 
Dave Ramsey while recounting a discussion with Jim Collins about teaching entrepreneurship.
Dave Ramsey while recounting a discussion with Jim Collins about teaching entrepreneurship.
The Faster You Attack Your Debt - The Faster You Achieve Financial Freedom
Mentioned by Seth Stephens-Davidowitz in relation to their study on the role of luck in business success.
BIG DATA: Cracking the Codes of Love, Happiness and Success
Mentioned by Laura Vanderkam when discussing sustainable work habits and the "20-mile march" concept.
106: Home Offices with Laura Vanderkam
