Bob Luddy published a book encapsulating the management strategies used at Thales and CaptiveAire.
- Bob Luddy
Julian Simon argues that economic growth occurs via human ideas and knowledge discovery.
The most effective method of Pre-K-5 education.
- John Maxwell
Learn why we don’t condone fundraising or depend on others to solve our problems.
Clear and logical thinking lead to belief and action, allowing students to fulfill their maximum potential.
Mark Twain
William Harms shows how persistence, dependability, and other traits are found to be just as important as academic performance.
- Benjamin Franklin
Dorothy Sayers advocates for the classical model of education.
Larry Bossidy & Ram Charan share the steps needed to move beyond process and reach definitive outcomes.
Clayton Christensen shows how disruptive innovation transforms a market from the bottom up.
Bob Luddy
Michael Strong demonstrates how the Socratic Method of discussion drives innovative thinking.
- Dr. Bill Peterson
Thales’ founder Bob Luddy met Ken Iverson of Nucor Steel decades ago - the lessons he learned continue to influence Thales today.
Economist Bill Peterson reflects on the teachings of Ludwig von Mises and the importance of a market driven economy.
Five components of EQ develop effective leaders who understand the needs of others.
- Margaret Thatcher
Alexandre Havard emphasizes the importance of the classical virtues on the path to excellence.
Tyler Cowen explains why individuals must rise above the status quo to succeed in the 21st century.
Sir Dave Brailsford explains how incremental improvements can lead to significant progress over time.
IBM famously hung posters with just one word, “THINK,” throughout their offices, similar to our Top 15 Outcomes signs posted in every classroom.
Holocaust survivor Viktor Frankl explains how every individual has a unique purpose to fulfill.
- North Carolina state motto
Angela Duckworth describes how grit is a predictor of student success.
Israel Kirzner’s focus on alertness demonstrates how entrepreneurs recognize opportunities for positive change.
- Ethel Traphagen of Traphagen School of Design
Balaji Srinivasan describes how disruption and exiting the market are crucial for success.
Peter Drucker’s legacy of leadership sets the standard for our organization.
Dr. James Heckman explains how non-cognitive skills and character formation enable children to succeed.