The First Billion Is the Hardest: Reflections on a Life of Comebacks and America's Energy Future by T. Boone Pickens

The First Billion Is the Hardest: Reflections on a Life of Comebacks and America's Energy Future by T. Boone Pickens

Author:T. Boone Pickens [Pickens, T. Boone]
Language: eng
Format: epub
Tags: Autobiography, Biography, Business, Business & Economics, Energy, Industries, Personal Memoirs
ISBN: 9780307449818
Google: MNn9qzwZD-UC
Amazon: B0017SUYWS
Publisher: Crown Business
Published: 2008-08-17T23:00:00+00:00


A real leader never leads by fear. I develop a rapport so no one is afraid to question my opinions or decisions. They do it openly but respectfully, and I welcome it. The best way to avoid confusion, misconceptions, and disasters is to have that fearless, open discussion. If someone is afraid of me or afraid of making a mistake, they might be unwilling to speak up and provide critical information. You can’t afford that, especially in a high-stakes business like ours.

I can veto ideas, but that rarely happens. What we sometimes disagree on is timing. It’s not if, but when. I usually want to do something faster than others may want to do it. Still, we listen to each other. I hear people out, and they hear me out. It’s no secret that some of the biggest mistakes I’ve made were the result of my impatience. So I am more than willing to listen.

A LEADER KEEPS PEOPLE FOCUSED ON THE FUTURE



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