Chapter 3 Prepare for a 20-Mile March | Great by Choice by Jim Collins and Morten T. Hansen - Video

In this insightful Great by Choice summary video, we’re delving into the core principles by Jim Collins and Morten T. Hansen,focusing on Chapter 3: “Prepare for a 20-Mile March.” This chapter unveils a critical concept that separates successful individuals and organizations from the rest. The 20-Mile March isn’t just a strategy; it’s a way of life for those who achieve greatness.

Great by Choice Summary: Key Takeaways

Understanding the 20-Mile March: The 20-Mile March concept is central to the book. It’s about consistency and discipline, not just hitting targets. We’ll explore how 10Xers, as described in the book, apply this concept to their lives and work.

Five-Point Checklist to Get You Ready for the 20-Mile March

1. Clear Performance Marks: Learn how to set clear, ambitious, achievable performance markers for yourself or your organization.

2. Calibrated Performance: Understand the importance of staying within an optimal performance zone and avoiding excessive risk.

3. RSM (Retain, Stockpile, Maintain): Discover the significance of managing your resources wisely and building buffers to withstand adversity.

4. SMaC (Specific, Methodical, and Consistent): Implement a specific, methodical, and consistent approach to achieving your goals.

5. Fire Bullets, Then Cannonballs: Learn how to test your ideas in a small, controlled manner before making significant commitments.

By internalizing these principles, you can better prepare yourself or your organization for the 20-Mile March and increase your chances of achieving greatness.

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Watch All the Chapters Now

• Chapter 1 Who Wants to be a 10Xer? 
• Chapter 2 The Three Behaviors of 10xers 
• Chapter 3 Prepare for a 20-Mile March 
• Chapter 4 Fire Bullets, Then Cannonballs 
• Chapter 5 Make Paranoia Work for You 
• Chapter 6 Don‘t Choose Speed at the Cost of Excellence 
• Chapter 7 Prepare a SMaC Recipe 
• Chapter 8 What’s Your Return on Luck?