Leadership by the Good Book Ch 26
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What was the initial reaction of some customers towards the author's representation in the company?

  • They expressed outrage and complaints. (correct)
  • They requested more business discussions.
  • They were indifferent and did not care.
  • They welcomed him with open arms.

What led the author to realize the need for a broader perspective in his business?

  • A major client ended their contract unexpectedly. (correct)
  • He attended a business conference.
  • His company merged with another corporation.
  • He received a promotion within his company.

What was the significance of the author's experience with the Union Pacific Railroad?

  • It demonstrated the success of his auditing methods. (correct)
  • It revealed the limitations of his workforce.
  • It encouraged him to leave the railroad industry altogether.
  • It established his company as the top competitor.

What was a consequence of being late in submitting a government bid according to the text?

<p>Losing the contract entirely. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How did the author view the adversity faced by his company over the years?

<p>As a necessary challenge for growth. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What crop did farmers in Enterprise, Alabama, switch to after the boll weevil crisis?

<p>Peanuts (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What did the residents of Enterprise do to commemorate the boll weevil?

<p>Erected a monument (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which biblical reference is cited to illustrate the theme of deliverance from troubles?

<p>Psalm 34:19 (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What effect did the switch from cotton to peanuts have on Coffee County, Alabama?

<p>Made it one of the richest areas in the country (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What lesson did the author learn during their childhood in rural Missouri?

<p>To persevere and remain innovative in adversity (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What lesson did the narrator's mother emphasize regarding hurtful comments from others?

<p>Not to let hurt feelings turn into bitterness. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How did Bob Cox contribute to the narrator's experience with bullying at school?

<p>He wrestled with the narrator to show he was not afraid. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the main reason the narrator decided against a career in sales initially after college?

<p>He believed racial biases would hinder his success. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What action did Bob's mother take in response to a racist remark directed at the narrator in her home?

<p>She confronted the customer and asked her to leave. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What milestone did the narrator achieve at Missouri Pacific Railroad Company?

<p>He became the first person of color to sell rail services. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

External Challenges

Difficulties or hardships that arise from outside forces or circumstances.

Resilience

The ability to recover quickly from difficulties; toughness.

Innovation

The process of creating new ideas, methods, or inventions.

Adversity

Difficult or unpleasant situations.

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Perseverance

Continued effort and determination in the face of difficulties; persistence.

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Racial Slurs

Words expressing prejudice or hatred based on race.

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Mother's Advice

Advice to cope with racial prejudice by not letting anger fester, instead focusing on love and forgiveness.

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Bob Cox's Act

Bob, a large friend, protected the author by pretending to fall when a bully made racially motivated comments.

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Overcoming Prejudice

The author's journey involved facing racial bias and persevering through job rejections to achieve a goal.

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Missouri Pacific

Company providing job opportunity in sales and marketing, also emphasizing diversity to fulfill the need.

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Outsider experience

Experiencing prejudice and discrimination due to race in a business setting.

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Losing a major client

A large, key client discontinuing their business with a company, resulting in loss of revenue.

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Missed bid opportunity (1992)

Losing a major contract due to a minor oversight in submitting a government bid.

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Company renewal failure

A company contract wasn't renewed after a successful initial performance.

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Adapting to setbacks

Company's strategy for adjusting and rethinking future goals and strategies after hitting roadblocks and difficulties.

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