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As the old saying goes leaders are chosen by the people. In a highly competitive environment, employees tend to be egoistic and afraid. Why not create a great and complementary team based on trust and cooperation? It's not a coincidence that Patagonia's owner Yvon Chouinard hired friends and friends of friends to his company in its early innings. It's all about creating a great environment so people feel comfortable to give their best efforts for the company and his co-workers.
If you have the time, watch the complete speech.
If you are still interested, check his most recent book Great Leaders Eat Last.
