성공하기 위해서 자계서나 성공학서적을 쓰는 인간들의 책은 읽지 말아야 한다고 생각한다. 경험에서 얻어진 것도 아니고 이런 저런 사례와 남들의 말을 가위질해서 적당히 가져다 뚝딱 한 권을 만드는 세상이니까 더더욱. 책은 잘 안 버리지만 늦깍이로 시작한 사회생활의 첫 몇 년간 그렇게 쓸데없이 구해 읽는 책은 다 버렸다. 근처 도서관에 갖다주면 한국책 section으로 들어갔을 수도 있는데 솔직히 세상에 도움이 될 것 같지도 않고 오히려 해가 될 것 같았기 때문이다.
1. Strive to be a leader of character, competence, and courage
2. Lead from the front. Say, "Follow me!" and then lead the way
3. Stay in top physical shape - physical stamina is the root of mental toughness
4. Develop your team. If you know your people, are fair in setting realistic goals and expectations, and lead by example, you will develop teamwork
5. Delegate responsibilities to your subordinates and let them to their jobs. You can't do a good job if you don't have a chance to use your imagination or your creativity
6. Anticipate problems and prepare to overcome obstacles. Don't wait until you get to the top of the ridge and them make up your mind.
7. Remain humble. Don't worry about who receives the credit. Never let power or authority go to you head
8. Take a moment of self-reflection. Look at yourself in the mirror every night and ask yourself if you did your best.
9. True satisfaction comes from getting the job done. The key to a successful leader is to earn respect - not because of rank or position, but because you are a leader of character
10. Hang Tough! - Never, ever, give up.