17 Quotes by Mark Sanborn

Staying the same isn't enough because yesterday's success can easily become tomorrow's mediocrity.

All leadership begins with self-mastery. You can't lead others until you can first lead yourself.

The people who change the world around them rarely act from a sense of obligation. In fact, the people who act as leaders almost always act from a sense of incredible opportunity. They don't interact with the world around them because they have to. They do so because they want to.

Genuine, authentic leadership infuses meaning into your life, because you know that your efforts count and that you are serving the needs of others as well as your own.

Genuine leaders make things better not just for themselves but for others, whether or not their contribution results in financial reward or popular recognition. (...) most people I think of leaders are untitled (...) they achieve greatness by working quietly in their organizations and communities, in their own lives, and in helping those around them.

Don't confuse activity with action.

Big oaks grow from small acorns, and activity is a precursor to accomplishment. You don't think yourself into success.

Nobody can prevent you from choosing to be extraordinary.

Don’t wait for the perfect opportunity. Just take an opportunity and make it as perfect as you can.