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Colin Powell     Surround Yourself With Serious People by Colin Powell

   Organization doesn't really accomplish anything. Plans don't accomplish anything, either. Theories of management don't much matter. Endeavors succeed or fail because of the people involved. Only by attracting the best people will you accomplish great deeds.

   Look for intelligence and judgment and, most critically, a capacity to anticipate, to see around corners. Also look for loyalty, integrity, a high-energy drive, a balanced ego and the drive to get things done. Surround yourself with people who take their work seriously, but not themselves, those who work hard and play hard!

   Maintain a positive working attitude with your staff. Optimism is a force multiplier.


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   Secretary Powell's Action Principle has been written for the forthcoming Armed Services Tribute Edition of the Action Principles.