Eight Tweets from #ExtremeOwnership

I recently read Extreme Ownership: How U.S. Navy Seals Lead And Win by Jocko Willink and Leif Babin.  Here are eight tweets from the book:

Anything that happens within framework of the school, you (Principal) are responsible for. This #leadership accountability requires responsibility and ownership of others' actions.

Early into #ExtremeOwnership by @jockowillink / @LeifBabin and that reminder is strong. #ncadmin

— Craig Smith (@CSmithGoBlue) July 24, 2019

In order to convince and inspire others to follow and accomplish a mission, a leader must be a TRUE BELIEVER in the mission. #ExtremeOwnership c/o @jockowillink @LeifBabin

#ncadmin #leadupchat #MondayMotivation

— Craig Smith (@CSmithGoBlue) July 29, 2019

Far more important than training or equipment, a resolute belief in the mission is critical for any team or organization to win and achieve big results. #ExtremeOwnership c/o @jockowillink @LeifBabin

#ncadmin #leadupchat #MondayMotivation

— Craig Smith (@CSmithGoBlue) July 29, 2019

Even the most competent of leaders can be overwhelmed if they try to tackle multiple problems or a # of tasks simultaneously.

When overwhelmed, fall back upon this principle: Prioritize & Execute. #ExtremeOwnership c/o @jockowillink @LeifBabin

#ncadmin #leadupchat #leadership

— Craig Smith (@CSmithGoBlue) August 2, 2019

If frontline troops are unclear about the plan and yet are too intimidated to ask questions, the team’s ability to effectively execute the plan radically decreases. #ExtremeOwnership by @jockowillink
#ncadmin #leadupchat #leadership

— Craig Smith (@CSmithGoBlue) August 6, 2019

“Leading people is the most challenging and, therefore, the most gratifying undertaking of all human endeavors.” #ExtremeOwnership by @jockowillink#ncadmin #leadupchat #leadership

— Craig Smith (@CSmithGoBlue) August 8, 2019

“Some of the boldest, most successful plans in history have not come from the senior ranks but from frontline leaders. Senior leaders simply had the courage to accept and run with them.” #ExtremeOwnership by @jockowillink#ncadmin #leadupchat #leadership

— Craig Smith (@CSmithGoBlue) August 8, 2019

“In chaotic, dynamic, and rapidly changing environments, leaders at all levels must be empowered to make decisions. Decentralized Command is a key component to victory.” #ExtremeOwnership by @jockowillink#ncadmin #leadupchat #leadership

— Craig Smith (@CSmithGoBlue) August 11, 2019

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