Leadership

[lee-der-ship]
/// 1. The ability to organize, motivate, and hold accountable both oneself and others in the pursuit of making ideas happen /// 2. The capacity to balance a sacred long-term vision with the imperative needs of everyday execution.

25 Quotables from the 99% Conference

Pithy wisdom on putting ideas into action from Jack Dorsey, John Maeda, Seth Godin, Jill Greenberg, and many more.

Ben Pundole: On Hospitality, Curation & Rolling with the Punches

Entrepreneur Ben Pundole talks about the value of curating people's experiences, thriving in a bad economy, and his new hotel in Williamsburg, Brooklyn.

Ending "Business As Usual": 10 Insights on Rethinking Work

Ten thought-provoking quotes on decision-making, daydreaming, and making a difference from Michael Bungay Stanier's fantastic new book, End Malaria.

Simon Mottram: On Passion, Obsession & Why Your Brand Should Take Sides

With its high-design roadwear, Rapha has given the sport of cycling a sleek, new mystique. We talk to founder Simon Mottram about how to brand your obsession.

Vision Without Obstruction: What We Learn From Steve Jobs

Self-doubt, short-term expectations, bureaucracy. How can we pursue bold ideas without letting these everyday obstacles get in the way?

Illustrated Takeaways #4: Yves Behar, Scott Belsky & Soraya Darabi

Get insights on "holistic making," authenticity online, and how to get organized in these sketchnotes from the 99% Conference.

99% Conference 2011: Key Insights on Idea Execution (Pt. II)

How building trust helps us take more risks, why being called "crazy" is really a compliment, and how to lead with possibility.

Illustrated Takeaways #1: Simon Sinek, Patrician McCarthy & Beth Comstock

Learn how the shape of your face relates to how you interact with the world, and why understanding people is crucial to understanding business.

5 Manifestos for Art, Life & Business

Writing a manifesto can be a powerful catalyst for action. Get the creative juices flowing with visionary manifestos from Apple, Frank Lloyd Wright, Seth Godin, and more.

Guy Kawasaki: On The Art of Changing Hearts, Minds & Actions

What's the special sauce that transforms customers into die-hard fans? Former Apple evangelist Guy Kawasaki shares tips on the art of enchantment.