Think Bigger, Lead Better: Eight to Great Principles for Organizational Success - Hardcover

by Rick Tollakson (Author)

Great leadership isn't about maintaining the status quo--it's about thinking bigger.

In Think Bigger, Lead Better, Rick Tollakson shares the "Eight to Great" principles that fueled his company's transformation from a modest real estate company into a thriving, diversified organization. With decades of leadership experience, he reveals how to foster an entrepreneurial mindset, build a strong company culture, and drive real, sustainable success.

Through engaging stories and practical lessons, Tollakson challenges leaders to move beyond short-term wins and develop a strategic vision that creates lasting impact. He offers insight into how business leaders at any level can:

• cultivate passionate, high-performing teams
• encourage innovation and calculated risk-taking
• streamline operations with process-driven thinking
• lead with purpose while balancing profitability and impact
• build a legacy of leadership that outlasts any single role

More than just a leadership manual, Think Bigger, Lead Better is a call to action for CEOs, entrepreneurs, and professionals who refuse to settle for mediocrity. Whether you're leading a Fortune 500 company or a growing startup, these proven principles will help you push beyond limitations and build something truly great.

Are you ready to think bigger?

Author Biography

RICK TOLLAKSON is a business leader, engineer, and advocate for bold, strategic leadership. As CEO of Hubbell Realty Company, he has led the company's expansion across real estate development, construction, and property management, growing the company from seventy to over seven hundred associates.

With a passion for innovation and process improvement, Tollakson believes great leadership isn't about playing it safe--it's about vision, risk-taking, and building a strong company culture. His "Eight to Great" principles have helped organizations rethink their leadership approach and drive real, sustainable success.

Beyond business, Tollakson is known for spearheading six "Extreme Builds"--large-scale community impact projects benefiting nonprofits across Iowa. He continues to mentor business leaders, serve on industry boards, and challenge professionals to think bigger.