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Good to Great: Why Some Companies Make the Leap... and Others Don't

Original titleeng. Good to Great: Why Some Companies Make the Leap... and Others Don't · 2001
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Key Concepts and Strategies

Jim Collins' book «Good to Great: Why Some Companies Make the Leap... and Others Don't» examines why some companies achieve outstanding results and become great, while others remain mediocre. The main concepts and strategies of the book include: 1. Level 5 Leaders: Collins highlights leaders who possess a combination of humility and professional will. They prioritize the company's interests over their own and strive for long-term success.
1.First Who, Then What: Successful companies first select the right people and then decide on the direction to move. This allows them to be flexible and adapt to changes.
2.Confront the Brutal Facts: Companies must be willing to honestly assess their weaknesses and challenges to make informed decisions and move forward.
3.Hedgehog Concept: Companies should focus on what they can be the best in the world at, what drives them, and what brings economic benefit.
4.Culture of Discipline: Great companies create a culture where employees are disciplined in following the chosen strategy and standards.
5.Technology Accelerators: Technologies are used as a means to accelerate progress toward goals but are not an end in themselves.
6.Flywheel Model: Success is achieved through consistent and purposeful actions that accumulate and create momentum, similar to a flywheel's rotation.

Good to Great: Why Some Companies Make the Leap... and Others Don't
Date of publication: 25 December 2024
Last updated: 2 May 2025
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Good to Great: Why Some Companies Make the Leap... and Others Don't
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Original titleeng. Good to Great: Why Some Companies Make the Leap... and Others Don't · 2001