A leader must keep his or her eye on the core customers and core business. I have seen many executives focus so much on new growth that they let the … - Don Soderquist

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A leader must keep his or her eye on the core customers and core business. I have seen many executives focus so much on new growth that they let the core business slip away.

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About Don Soderquist

Donald G. Soderquist (January 29, 1934 – July 21, 2016) was an American businessman known for his work as chief operating officer and senior vice chairman of Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. “When was the last time you set your mind to wandering beyond today to imagine a brighter tomorrow? Let your mind go, dream a little, and you might just discover that anything is possible.” –Don Soderquist “The Wal-Mart Way: The Inside Story of the Success of the World's Largest Company, Thomas Nelson, April 2005, p. 107.  Quotes from: Don Soderquist “The Wal-Mart Way: The Inside Story of the Success of the World's Largest Company, Thomas Nelson, ISBN 0785261192. (2005) Don Soderquist “Live Learn Lead to Make a Difference, Thomas Nelson, ISBN 1404101497. (2006, 2014)

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Giving people a sense of significance is the best motivation, the best way to get people fired up about their jobs, their company the contributions they can make. Find little ways of impacting people's self-esteem, and get out of their way. Then watch as they get the job done and do so with an attitude of pride to be part of the team.

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