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Build a great company before worrying about being great in a particular industry from "summary" of Good to Great by Jim Collins
The key to sustained success lies not in pursuing greatness in a particular industry, but in building a great company that can excel in any industry it chooses to enter. Companies that focus solely on dominating a specific field may find themselves limited by the constraints of that industry and unable to adapt to changing circumstances. A great company, on the other hand, is built on a foundation of strong leadership, a culture of discipline, and a commitment to excellence in all aspects of its operations. By developing these core attributes, a company can create a sustainable advantage that will enable it to outperform its competitors over the long term. One of the fundamental principles of building a great company is the concept of the "Hedgehog Principle," which involves focusing on what the company can be the best in the world at, what drives its economic engine, and what it is deeply passionate about. By aligning these three factor...
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