The Learning Leader Show With Ryan Hawk

398: Jim Collins - The Art Of Getting People To Want To Do What Must Be Done (Part 2)

Dec 23, 2020
Jim Collins, author of best-selling business books, discusses the art of leadership, emphasizing the importance of getting people to want to do what needs to be done. He shares insights from his conversation with Steve Jobs and highlights the significance of filling key seats with the right people. Collins explores the concept of true leadership, distinguishing between exercising power and inspiring others to follow willingly.
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ANECDOTE

Generosity Flywheel Example

  • Bill Lazier gifted Jim Collins exquisite wines as a generous, personal gesture.
  • He exercised generosity in a way that made recipients feel honored to accept it.
ANECDOTE

Steve Jobs' Focus on People

  • When Steve Jobs returned to Apple, his first focus was on finding the right people who believed in Apple's vision.
  • He rekindled Apple's success by gathering the "who," not just focusing on products.
ADVICE

Right People Key Metric

  • Identify and rigorously fill 90% of your key seats with the right people as your top priority.
  • Focus relentlessly on having the right people in key seats before other business metrics.
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