The Oz Principle by Roger Connors Summary
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The Oz Principle reveals how accountability transforms organizations. This bestselling "worldwide bible on accountability" has shaped nearly 600,000 leaders' mindsets, including half the Dow Jones companies. Stephen Covey called it the "yellow brick road" to success. Ready to step above the blame line?
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The Yellow Brick Road to Personal Power
Imagine a world where finger-pointing and excuse-making vanish, replaced by people who own their circumstances and drive results regardless of obstacles. This isn't fantasy - it's the transformative vision of "The Oz Principle." Drawing from L. Frank Baum's timeless tale, this business classic uses Dorothy's journey as a metaphor for accountability, showing that like Dorothy, we already possess everything needed to overcome challenges and achieve success. Embraced by Fortune 500 executives and praised by Oprah Winfrey, the book's power lies in its simple yet profound message: the ability to shape outcomes lies within us all. When organizations implement these principles, they don't just improve performance - they fundamentally transform their culture, unleashing potential that was always there, hidden beneath layers of excuses and blame.
The Victim Cycle vs. Accountability: Finding Your Ruby Slippers
See It: Finding Courage to Face Reality
Own It: Finding Heart to Accept Responsibility
Solve It and Do It: Finding Wisdom and Courage for Action
Real-World Transformations: Success Stories
The Emerald City of Results: Building Accountability Culture
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"Feels effortless compared to reading. I’ve finished 6 books this month already."
"BeFreed turned my guilty doomscrolling into something that feels productive and inspiring."
"BeFreed turned my commute into learning time. 20-min podcasts are perfect for finishing books I never had time for."
"BeFreed replaced my podcast queue. Imagine Spotify for books — that’s it. 🙌"
"It is great for me to learn something from the book without reading it."
"The themed book list podcasts help me connect ideas across authors—like a guided audio journey."
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"I never knew where to start with nonfiction—BeFreed’s book lists turned into podcasts gave me a clear path."
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"BeFreed turned my commute into learning time. 20-min podcasts are perfect for finishing books I never had time for."
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