Leadership by the Good Book Ch 1

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What was the foundational intention behind starting World Wide Technology (WWT)?

To serve a higher purpose through technology (correct)

To acquire more companies in the tech industry

To transition from corporate America into entrepreneurship

To create a multi-billion-dollar company

What significant lesson did the founder learn during the six years before founding WWT?

The value of creating a strong corporate culture

The blessings and burdens of entrepreneurship (correct)

The significance of having multiple business partners

The importance of financial management in business

How did the founder describe the internal state during his darkest time with WWT?

Enjoying a sense of stability and success

Feeling empowered and motivated

Being filled with optimism for the future

Experiencing emotional and psychological darkness (correct)

What was the unexpected emotion experienced when the founder answered the phone during his crisis?

Anticipation of more bad news Signup and view all the answers

What specific scripture did the mother-in-law mention that brought comfort to the founder?

Psalm 91 Signup and view all the answers

What motivated the author to step out of corporate America to start his own company?

A calling from God to fulfill a higher purpose Signup and view all the answers

Which Bible verse did the author refer to in terms of pursuing his dream?

Proverbs 29:18 Signup and view all the answers

What experience did the author have before starting his own company?

He was a senior account executive at Federal Express Signup and view all the answers

How did the author describe the feeling he had after receiving the salesman of the year award?

He experienced an odd discomfort Signup and view all the answers

What was the primary challenge the author faced after purchasing Leo's company?

Understanding various aspects of running a business Signup and view all the answers

What does the author believe is the reason behind God's support for him in his endeavors?

Because He loves him and wants him to fulfill his potential Signup and view all the answers

What approach did the author take towards prejudice and racism in his community?

He wanted to make a difference by uniting diverse people Signup and view all the answers

What inspired the author to deepen their dependence on God's Word?

Powerful words of protection and provision from Scripture Signup and view all the answers

What was the author's promise to God regarding WWT?

To shape its culture based on Biblical teachings Signup and view all the answers

How did the author's upbringing influence their perspective on leadership?

It provided a firm foundation rooted in faith Signup and view all the answers

What factors does the author consider more important than immediate business outcomes?

Eternal values and relationships Signup and view all the answers

What sentiment does the author express about personal success in relation to their faith?

Their strength in faith is independent of worldly success Signup and view all the answers

Which Biblical figures did the author resonate with during their childhood?

Moses and Daniel Signup and view all the answers

What does the author imply about the relationship between leadership and service?

Leadership and service are interconnected through faith Signup and view all the answers

What societal challenge did the author encounter during their childhood?

Segregation and discrimination Signup and view all the answers