Extreme Ownership

Extreme Ownership

from Jocko Willink & Leif Babin

Leadership and Management

Summary and Why You Should Read This Book

 

BOOK SUMMARY

  • Extreme Ownership: The leader is responsible for everything that happens in their team
  • Laws of Combat: Prioritize and execute
  • Believe: Subordinates must understand the "why"
  • Check Ego: Ego is the enemy of effective leadership
  • Leading Up the Chain: Lead your boss as well as your team

 

WHY I RECOMMEND READING THIS BOOK? By Francisco Santolo

"Extreme Ownership changed my perspective on what it truly means to be a leader. At Scalabl, we've applied these principles with extraordinary results. When you stop making excuses and take total responsibility, you gain the power to change any outcome. Essential reading for any founder building a resilient company."

 

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