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And then there were two… Here are the final two Auger operating principles, and indeed two of my favorites. One of the most enjoyable aspects of our culture is the rich humor and wit found across our team. We genuinely enjoy laughing together, a trait I've always valued, clearly reflected in our selection process. An unexpected insight for me has been realizing how much humor serves as a signal of high-agency individuals. People with a robust sense of humor rarely exhibit a victim mentality. Instead, humor becomes a powerful source fueling resilience and grit. Thanks again for all the thoughtful feedback on our principles this week. It’s genuinely exciting to build something impactful for customers and ourselves. Crush Complexity Tame the chaos. Simplify ruthlessly. Complexifiers have no place here. At Auger, ruthless simplicity drives agility. If it's complicated, we're not finished yet. Clear, detailed thinking powers effective execution. By focusing on clarity and minimizing steps, we deliver the most impactful outcomes. Our mindset always asks, "How will we do it?" not "Can we do it?" Wit and Grit Unite Humor and vibes ignite creativity. Grit forges resilience. Together, we're unstoppable. Humor and resilience form the bedrock of our culture. Humor eases tension, fuels creativity, and signals high-agency people. Grit empowers us to face and overcome challenges directly. Combined, they create a vibrant, unbeatable team dynamic. Together, at Auger, we’re truly unstoppable. #leadership #principles
Great and relatable set of values!
Dave, I appreciate the time you dedicated to building a set of principles that are unique and describe both the culture you want and results they should support. While not explicit, there is a level of empathy and grace to take risks and learn from the mistakes. They will resonate with the builders. Well done.
Great adds to bring it home. Another 2 great adds to complete 12/12. Crush Complexity really resonates—breaking down problems into simpler steps not only brings clarity but also speeds up progress. Simplicity makes execution real. Wit and Grit Unite is a great reminder that in tough, fast-moving journeys, we often focus only on grit and forget the value of joy. Humor + resilience = teams that deliver and enjoy the ride.
Your vibe attracts your tribe! Love the strength and candor of these principles. Well done!
Great insights, leadership is about empowering others and fostering an environment where growth and collaboration thrive.
Wit and Grit Unite! Have you been trying to sum up my whole vibe? Well done. 😎
Love these!!!
“ Wit & Grit”, they are all awesome but that one’s my favorite. Grit is just a must and so tough to bet against! Great list, thanks for sharing Dave! It’s going to be fun to watch you and the dream team crush it again!
Global Operations Executive / Board Member
3moFor anyone who has ever tried to write a set of values/principles/tenets, you know how difficult it is to articulate the essence of the culture you want to build in a manner that is both easily understandable, and actionable. Simplifying Ruthlessly requires deep insights, and this collection of operating principles are a blindingly strong signal that the Auger leadership team is crystal clear about the company they are building. You've established a common language and identity. Absolutely fantastic work - well done! A great example for all of us to learn from - thank you Dave!