There's a local advertising guru here in Green Bay who sends out a thoughtful and readable newsletter every Wednesday. I never miss an issue, because he tells such great stories that relate to marketing, advertising and business...things that I love to read about.

Joe's issue this Wednesday focused on the advice of an old sage on leadership and hiring. We should all be so wise. Or, we should all be such idiots.

Although Wolfgang had obviously tipped back a few long before I had arrived, his message was consistent with people I’ve heard speak, including Jack Welsh and Michael Gerber. Wolfgang said, “The great leader is an idiot! They realize that they don’t have the answers and they surround themselves with people who are much smarter than they are. The great leader of a company has two decisions…YES or NO. That’s it! They inspire people to develop great ideas and the leader says, yes pursue that or don’t develop that.”

He went on to say, “Always be hiring. If you find that dynamic person find a way to get them on board. Take out a loan if you have to. They’ll make you look good!” Wolfgang eventually invited Danica and me, along with his friends, to his ‘cottage’ in Fish Creek. He definitely has done well, that’s for sure.

I know, if you've read this, you've read it a thousand times. However, it only seems to get more true every time I read it!