This inspiring work provides entrepreneurs with building blocks to help their companies sustain high performance, play a leadership role in their industries, and remain great for generations. Includes plenty of real-world examples drawn from Nike, L.L. Bean, Wal-Mart, Federal Express, and other success stories.
The authors claim that two qualities are common to 'visionary' companies: a guiding philosophy and a challenging goal. They have interviewed the leaders and senior managers of 18 world class companies including Boeing, Hewlett-Packard, Walt Disney, 3M and Sony, and examined just what makes them tick and how it is they have outstripped their competitors. The book forms a blueprint for success for companies around the world, who can learn valuable secrets of how to succeed in today's climate of change and fierce competition.