Tough-minded Leadership -
: Enforce high standards while acknowledging and supporting each individual's personal "why" or sense of purpose. Key Qualities and Behaviors
: Ask hard questions and encourage candid criticism within the organization to avoid flattery-based decision-making. Tough-Minded Leadership
Effective tough-minded leaders avoid "noise" and blame-shifting, choosing instead to focus on truth and direct action. : Enforce high standards while acknowledging and supporting

Well done piece. I’d add the Spinners’ Pick of the Litter & the Albums list. Top songs and production by Thom Bell.
Love that Guy Clark album.