Extreme Ownership Chapter 2 Flashcards

Leadership and Team Performance

• Military example highlighted the BUDS classes and their boat races, showcasing teamwork under pressure.
• Leadership ability is identified as the single greatest factor impacting a team's performance.

Principle of Leadership

• Emphasizes that there are no bad units; instead, poor performance stems from bad leadership.
• Leaders set the tone and determine the effectiveness of their team.

Standards and Expectations

• "It's not what you preach, it's what you tolerate" illustrates the importance of upholding standards as a leader.
• Leaders must demonstrate consistent behaviors and expectations to foster accountability.

Preparing for Success

• Leaders should ensure that junior leaders are prepared to assume roles temporarily, ensuring continuity and resilience within the team.

Continuous Improvement

• A leader must never become complacent or satisfied; the pursuit of excellence is ongoing.

Mindset for Achievement

• Winning must be an inherent belief among leaders, as demonstrated by the good boat crew leader who was confident in the possibility of success.

Business Leadership Case

• Business example illustrated a CTO's failure to lead effectively, highlighting the detrimental effect of poor leadership on organizational performance.