How To Run A Company (or Win An Election)

Find smart, dedicated people. Hire them.

Together; define your mission, your purpose, your goals. Make sure they are simple. (Simple doesn't mean easy.) Share them--with everyone.

Then start.

Let your smart, dedicated people loose. Make sure they carry the mission/purpose/goals with them at all times. They will be your map, your compass, your guide.

Know that:

• You will hit bumps in the road. Talk about them, laugh about them.
• Fear will creep in. Talk about it, laugh about it.
• You will have an urge(s) to change course, to try different things, to veer slightly off line. Remain passionate and unyielding to your mission/purpose/goals.
• You will be criticized and praised as you move forward. Ignore them both.

Remember to:

• Ask questions. Don't assume anything.
• Tell the truth. Even if it hurts.

And I almost forget to mention...

You'll need a bit of luck, but you'll know how to make it.