Champy's new book, The Arc of Ambition , co-written with Nitin Nohria, delineates the path to achievement and examines the seed from which success grows. In this interview, Champy explains the basic concepts outlined in his book, shares his advice on rising to meet challenges and grasp opportunities, and lends some insight on the role that ambition plays in business and society. You're known for the concepts of reengineering the corporation and reengineering management. Now you're delving into ambition.
Ambition is the root of all achievement.
Without ambition, no conquests are made, no lands are discovered and no businesses are created, let alone reengineered. The curve of the arc isn't necessarily the same for every individual. For some, the rise of the curve is slow. Then, as the curve rises, these dreams provide a springboard for action. For others, the curve rises quickly.