Leadership

The Infinite Game: 6 key ideas

The core ideas of The Infinite Game, each in under a minute, written in our own words. Want the full depth? Get the book.

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  1. IDEA 1 OF 6

    Play the infinite game

    Business has no final whistle.

    The goal isn't to win but to keep playing and outlast competitors.

  2. IDEA 2 OF 6

    Advance a just cause

    A vision of a future so worthwhile that people will sacrifice for it gives direction beyond quarterly targets.

  3. IDEA 3 OF 6

    Build trusting teams

    People do their best work when they feel safe to admit mistakes and express themselves.

  4. IDEA 4 OF 6

    Study worthy rivals

    Competitors who excel in ways you don't reveal weaknesses.

    Use them to improve, not just to beat.

  5. IDEA 5 OF 6

    Existential flexibility

    Be willing to make big changes in strategy to advance your cause, even if it means abandoning success.

  6. IDEA 6 OF 6

    Courage to lead

    Infinite leaders resist short-term pressure from markets in favour of the long-term cause.

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