Unreasonable Hospitality: The Remarkable Power of Giving People More Than They Expect

Start with what you want to achieve, instead of limiting yourself to what’s realistic or sustainable.

Some of the best advice I ever got about starting in a new organization is: Don’t cannonball. Ease into the pool. I’ve passed this advice on to those joining my own: no matter how talented you are, or how much you have to add, give yourself time to understand the organization before you try to impact it.