EXTREME OWNERSHIP
Which is the easiest thing that we do when we fail in achieving something?
Blame...Excuses…
When things don’t go as per our plan, we show fingers at others or find reasons for its failure. Unlike taking the blame on self. Jocko highlights the importance of taking ownership of everything where you are involved. Whether personal or professional, extreme ownership is what is missing in the mission.
This is where the author Mr. Jocko emphasizes on the fact “there are no bad teams, only bad leaders”, the leaders who don’t believe in their teams. Leaders who refrain from taking extreme ownership eventually failing to achieve their mission in disparity. It’s not what you preach but what you tolerate. Having faith in the people who work with you is very important. Only when you know the WHY of the mission will you motivate others to do it.
These are a few principles towards winning the war within.
The author also encourages individuals to believe in teamwork. When working collaboratively with other teams, ensure you show empathy towards them and understand the other team’s problems as well. Working together towards common goals will get things done faster.
Instructions are well communicated when the message is simple and clear. Simplicity is another key principle. The author believe that everyone should priorities their task first and then execute it. How are you going to finish too many things served in your plate otherwise? He also encourages the organizations to have proper org chart. Managing a huge team is no easy task. But by creating layers of management will help everyone achieve their mission.
Jocko motivates the readers to follow these Laws of combat.
Planning is an important aspect of any mission which should be shared across all levels and crosschecked for the progress. Transparency is what an organization should practice.
Decision making could be tough at times. That is when one should be prepared to experience uncertainty. The most important never combine professional and personal life when it comes to business.
These are the principles which will help you sustain victory.
