The book was recommended to me by a friend who has the Hedgehog Concept identifies personally with me. I started to read the book with some skepticism. However, it was equally clear that the people have made some thoughts (5 years analysis). It is not preceded by any scientific analysis with typical statistical comparative approach, but it is a typical empirical observation with very high content (Keppler's / Brahe's planetary orbits could only be detected empirically). It is very interesting that the book very often identified characteristics the "great companies" that we would have because of life experiences simply not expected. As the impressive concept of Level 5's leaders. It is impressive that Level 5 leaders unite as main characteristic humility / modesty and professional spirit in him. How often have we seen people in leadership roles, which one can not deny professional will, but lacking the humility or has been lost. We Germans tend to big boss (Gargantuan leader). More specifically, but that is no long-ending concept, if these chefs go, there is not much left. Level 5 leader create exceptional conditions that will generate long-term stability. The book is full of surprising twists and insights. It makes us realize that we often focus on the wrong strategies. In particular, in the selection of people we are likely to make the biggest mistakes. The book is recommended to all who take themselves roles in corporate hierarchies. There is also the courage to be able to withstand a bit to be able to wait until the right moment comes (Breakthrough) in order to then go on to a new higher level can. A most interesting and important analysis.
