True success in management is measured by concrete results, not effort. Malik emphasizes the importance of clear goals, measurable metrics, and consistent performance monitoring. Leaders must learn to deploy resources effectively and make decisions based on facts rather than assumptions.

Companies are complex systems where everything is interconnected. Effective leadership requires more than optimizing individual areas. Instead, leaders must keep the big picture in mind and understand the interactions between different parts of the system.

Leadership is a task, not a position. Malik advocates for a culture of personal responsibility and entrepreneurial thinking at all levels of the organization. Leaders should empower employees to make decisions and take responsibility rather than controlling and patronizing them.