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Ben Horowitz
The Hard Thing About Hard Things
Real-world wisdom for navigating the toughest decisions no MBA class can prepare you for.
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CEOs face brutal decisions alone that no business school prepares you for – The Hard Thing About Hard Things by Ben Horowitz reveals the unvarnished reality of leading through crisis. This comprehensive CEO survival guide and leadership lessons explain:
- Wartime vs Peacetime CEO - Different contexts require completely opposite leadership styles
- The Struggle - Every company faces near-death experiences; embracing them builds resilience
- One-on-One Management - Regular employee meetings prevent small issues becoming disasters
- Firing Friends - How to preserve relationships while making necessary personnel changes
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