This document is an excerpt from the book "Good to Great" by Jim Collins, which examines the factors that lead companies from a state of "good" to "great" performance. The book uses a rigorous research methodology that involves studying 11 "good-to-great" companies and their comparable counterparts to identify key differences. Collins' central thesis is that "good" is the enemy of "great," and that "great" companies do not simply become great overnight, but rather undergo a gradual process of building momentum and achieving breakthrough results. The document focuses on various core principles of the "good-to-great" framework, such as Level 5 leadership, the Hedgehog Concept, and the Flywheel Effect, and provides numerous examples and case studies to illustrate these concepts. In addition, the document outlines Collins' methodology for selecting companies for his study and provides a detailed analysis of acquisitions and divestitures, executive churn, and the use of technology in good-to-great companies.
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