You’ve had those moments—when your commitment feels absolute. No doubt. No drama. Just follow through.

Sometimes, it’s automatic, a reflection of your values. Other times, it’s a conscious decision:

I’m going to make this marriage work. I will get that promotion. I will get off this medication.

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Ford was losing $12.7 billion a year, over $35 million every single day.

Alan Mulally, just weeks into his new role as CEO, sat at the head of the table. Around him, Ford's top executives presented their dashboards, all of which were green. Everything is "on track." Everything is "fine."

Mulally l...