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In business—or in any endeavor—ambition is the spirit of onward and upward, of striving for something worth achieving. It is the driving force behind all great experiments and risk-takings, triumphs and failures. For authors Jim Champy and Nitin Nohria, it is also the instinctive quality that makes the difference between mere management and leadership. Drawing from original interviews with contemporary figures from many walks of life—including business, politics, science, and the arts—Champy and Nohria take readers on a journey of discovery, pinpointing the defining moments, or turning points, in the evolution of leaders, as they wrestle with critical decisions and ethical dilemmas. In the process, they reveal some underlying truths about leadership, such as the ability to hold onto a dream and make it come true, know when it's time to change the business or see it die, and recognize when it's time to hand over the reins. Representing fundamentally new thinking from two of today's greatest business minds,__The Arc of Ambition__is certain to challenge and enlighten aspiring leaders everywhere. In The Arc Of Ambition, Champy And Nohria Explore The Fascinating Dimensions Of Ambition Through The Stories Of Dozens Of Achievers, Past And Present, Who Exemplify Both Its Positive And Negative Qualities. From Alfred Sloan's Vision For General Motors That Changed Management Practice Forever, To Michael Dell's Boyhood Dream To Have A Building With A Flag Out Front, To Giuseppe Garibaldi's Quest For A Unified Italy, Ambition Comes In Many Guises. By Turning Their Lens To Include Both Heroic Figures Of The Past And Today's Most Dynamic Achievers In The Worlds Of Business, Politics, Science, And The Arts, Champy And Nohria Outline The Underlying Principles Of Ambition And How It Can Be Channeled Toward Creative And Enriching Endeavors At The Personal, Organizational, And Even National Levels. Book Jacket.--book Jacket. Without Ambition, No Conquests Are Made, No Lands Discovered, No Businesses Created: Ambition Is The Root Of All Achievement -- Talent Hits A Target No One Else Can Hit; Genius Hits A Target No One Else Can See: See What Others Don't -- It Takes A Strong Character And A Lot Of Willpower To Hold Onto A Dream Under Adverse Circumstances: Follow A Steadfast Path -- Opportunity Knocks With All The Temerity Of A Brown Trout Hiding In An Overfished Stream: Seize The Moment -- History Is A Long List Of Warnings About The Folly Of Overreaching: Temper Ambition -- Greatness Must Be Driven By A Purpose Beyond Money: Inspire With A Greater Purpose -- Compromise Is Bad For Ambition: Never Violate Values -- Power Comes From Other People: Keep Control By Giving It Up -- Reinvention Is The Key To Longevity: Change Or Die -- The Dead Can't Lead The Living: Leave Gracefully. James Champy, Nitin Nohria. Includes Bibliographical References And Index. In business—or in any endeavor—ambition is the spirit of onward and upward, of striving for something worth achieving. It is the driving force behind all great experiments and risk-takings, triumphs and failures. For authors Jim Champy and Nitin Nohria, it is also the instinctive quality that makes the difference between mere management and leadership. Drawing from original interviews with contemporary figures from many walks of life—including business, politics, science, and the arts—Champy and Nohria take readers on a journey of discovery, pinpointing the defining moments, or turning points, in the evolution of leaders, as they wrestle with critical decisions and ethical dilemmas. In the process, they reveal some underlying truths about leadership, such as the ability to hold onto a dream and make it come true, know when it's time to change the business or see it die, and recognize when it's time to hand over the reins. Representing fundamentally new thinking from two of today's greatest business minds, The Arc of Ambition is certain to challenge and enlighten aspiring leaders everywhere. What separates the wannabes from the great achievers? For internationally renowned management experts Jim Champy and Nitin Nohria, the key ingredient is ambition. Showcasing the experiences of dozens of contemporary and historical figures from all walks of life, The Arc of Ambition is a practical and inspirational guide to harnessing your ambition and leaving a legacy of accomplishment. (Barnes & Noble). THIS BOOK IS AIMED at all those who dream of achieving greatness in any field.