Quotes from Patrick Lencioni
At its core, all authentic growth depends on more customers wanting more of what your company offers. Any other drivers - pricing gimmicks, heroic marketing efforts, forced acquisitions - are ultimately destructive.
- Patrick Lencioni
Life is full of surprises: new opportunities come up; that's part of the fun - the adventure of life. The thing is, chaos doesn't allow us to enjoy the adventure.
- Patrick Lencioni
There is almost nothing more painful for a leader than seeing good people leave a growing organization, whether it's a priest watching a Sunday school teacher walk out the door or a CEO saying goodbye to a co-founder.
- Patrick Lencioni
Engaged, enthusiastic, and loyal employees are pivotal drivers of growth and health in any organization.
- Patrick Lencioni
Too many executives I've met over the years have the mentality of a bodybuilder; they've come to accept the idea that growth is synonymous with success.
- Patrick Lencioni
The vast majority of organizations today have more than enough intelligence, experience and knowledge to be successful. What they lack is organizational health.
- Patrick Lencioni
Team members need to be able to admit their weaknesses and mistakes, to acknowledge the strengths of others, and to apologize when they do something wrong.
- Patrick Lencioni
The only real payoff for leadership is eternal.
- Patrick Lencioni
Team synergy has an extraordinary impact on business results.
- Patrick Lencioni
Whether we're talking about leadership, teamwork, or client service, there is no more powerful attribute than the ability to be genuinely honest about one's weaknesses, mistakes, and needs for help.
- Patrick Lencioni
Teamwork is a strategic decision.
- Patrick Lencioni
Smart people tend to know what is happening in a group situation and how to deal with others in the most effective way. They ask good questions, listen to what others are saying, and stay engaged in conversations intently.
- Patrick Lencioni