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What significant change did David Krantz implement at YP to maintain relevance?
What significant change did David Krantz implement at YP to maintain relevance?
- He transformed the company's physical office space.
- He completely rebranded and shifted the company culture. (correct)
- He developed a new product line unrelated to advertising.
- He focused on expanding the Yellow Pages in print form.
What role did the character Annie from the movie Speed represent in the context of leadership?
What role did the character Annie from the movie Speed represent in the context of leadership?
- She acted as an unofficial leader who rose to the occasion. (correct)
- She was a bystander who offered guidance to a peer.
- She was a formal leader with authority over the bus.
- She avoided responsibility during the crisis.
What foundational qualities are suggested to be necessary for effective leadership?
What foundational qualities are suggested to be necessary for effective leadership?
- Authoritative decision-making and strict control.
- Technical knowledge and innovation skills.
- Financial expertise and extensive experience.
- Passion and ability to connect with people. (correct)
In the context of becoming a Driver, what opportunities are mentioned for individuals outside of corporate settings?
In the context of becoming a Driver, what opportunities are mentioned for individuals outside of corporate settings?
What is implied about the journey of developing leadership skills?
What is implied about the journey of developing leadership skills?
What is Drew's main objective regarding his team member Rufus?
What is Drew's main objective regarding his team member Rufus?
How did the principal respond to Ron's teaching methods?
How did the principal respond to Ron's teaching methods?
What is a potential consequence of asking top performers to hide their success?
What is a potential consequence of asking top performers to hide their success?
What common issue might arise when a single Runner is present in an organization of Joggers?
What common issue might arise when a single Runner is present in an organization of Joggers?
What does Amanda do to allow her Runners to shine in her boutique?
What does Amanda do to allow her Runners to shine in her boutique?
What should leaders avoid doing with their top performers?
What should leaders avoid doing with their top performers?
How might other teachers react to a Runner in a predominately Jogger environment?
How might other teachers react to a Runner in a predominately Jogger environment?
What is the underlying theme about leadership presented in the content?
What is the underlying theme about leadership presented in the content?
What does the phrase 'don’t hide a Runner’s light under a bushel basket' imply?
What does the phrase 'don’t hide a Runner’s light under a bushel basket' imply?
What is a main risk of failing to recognize and support Runners in an organization?
What is a main risk of failing to recognize and support Runners in an organization?
Study Notes
Allow Runners to Shine
- Drew, a leader, believes in letting his high performers excel, even if they potentially "outperform" him.
- The text uses the analogy of a bus and its passengers: Walkers, Riders, Joggers and Runners to illustrate performance levels within an organization.
- Runners are high performers who need space and encouragement to excel, not suppressed or held back.
- The text highlights a story of a teacher whose impressive work, though appreciated by students and parents, was seen as disruptive by colleagues and administration causing her to be told to "close her door".
- It emphasizes the importance of letting Runners shine as their contribution benefits the whole organization, fostering innovation and progress.
- Hiding Runners under a bushel basket (as the text says) leads to resentment, frustration, and potential loss of talent.
- An entrepreneur, Amanda, showcases how empowering her "star" salespeople improves customer service and boosts sales.
- The text advocates for creating a work environment where Runners are not perceived as threats but rather key assets to be leveraged.
- Matt Crisp, CEO of eVestment, promotes a culture of recognizing and rewarding Runners through internal programs, equity participation, and fostering decision-making autonomy.
- The text highlights how Matt Crisp's company utilizes a poker chip strategy to empower employees (even junior ones) to make bolder decisions and take calculated risks, reflecting a "play to win" philosophy.
- Matt's company also provides stock options/equity participation to all associates, creating a sense of ownership and reward for collective success.
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Description
This quiz explores the concept of allowing high performers, referred to as 'Runners', to excel in an organizational setting. Through analogies and real-life examples, it emphasizes the importance of fostering an environment where these individuals can shine without being suppressed. Understand the impact of empowering Runners on innovation and overall organizational success.
