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Walking Your Talk | Culture Change & Leadership

70: Pursuit Of Excellence Series - Relentless Dissatisfaction

Apr 14, 2021
The podcast delves into the concept of relentless dissatisfaction as a driving force for excellence, discussing its origins and potential cultivation. It reflects on Dr. Sarah Gilbert's inspiring journey in developing the Oxford University AstraZeneca vaccine. The traits essential for pursuing excellence are unveiled, emphasizing self-reflection, openness to feedback, and a compelling vision, setting the stage for an upcoming book release.
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Quick takeaways

  • Relentless dissatisfaction fuels pursuit of excellence, can be nurtured internally or triggered externally.
  • Single-minded obsession with a goal leads to relentless commitment and unwavering focus on excellence.

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Relentless Dissatisfaction and Drive for Excellence

The pursuit of excellence involves a relentless dissatisfaction that pushes individuals beyond their limits. This drive, characterized by an unyielding desire for improvement, can be nurtured and triggered both by internal traits and external events. An example highlighted is Doreen Lawrence's relentless pursuit of equity and inclusion following a tragic event. The podcast discusses how this dissatisfaction, when coupled with a clear ambition, can lead to positive outcomes, emphasizing the need for purpose-driven relentlessness in achieving excellence.

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