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goes on. 56 Generals motivate their soldiers; they inspire them when it is necessary. They d o the same for their highest-ranking officers. We all need a boost now and then. Learn how to tailor your method to the personalities you are managing. Ask Yourself Two Questions 1. Is there anyone else who can do this better than I can? That s just another way of saying: Know yourself, and know your competition. If yo ur competition is better than you are, you need to offer some quality they lack. 2. What am I pretending not to see? We can all get swept up in the euphoria of a creative moment, or what former pre sident Richard Nixon s speechwriters used to call the lift of a dream. Before the dream lifts you into th e clouds, make sure you ve looked hard at the facts on the ground. What I look for in employees is a sense of responsibility that goes beyond what is merely sufficient. Some people do the bare minimum, and some people will actually be concerned abou t the organization as a whole. They see themselves as having a direct relationship to the success o r failure of the company they work for. They believe they are important, and their work shows it. If you can instill this sense of worth in your employees, you will have a tip-top team working for you. People wh o take pride in their work are the kind you want to have around and the kind I like to keep around. Subtlety and modesty are appropriate for nuns and therapists, but if you re in business, you d better lea rn to speak up and announce your significant accomplishments to the world nobody else will. FRANKLLOYDWRIGHT A leader has the right to be beaten, but never the right to be surprised. Imagination is more important than knowledge. ALBERTEINSTEIN Continuous effort not strength or intelligence is the key to unlocking our potential .