8,953 Quotes About Leadership

There is no failure, unless we fail to begin or we fail to continue.

Sometimes setbacks are set-Up' s. Its not always about moving horizontally, its about moving vertically.

Good governance in a democracy is impossible without fostering in our communities and the electorate, an appetite for leaders who are committed to respectful conduct.

The moment they hear what she says, her subordinates erupt together in laughter and whistles; none of them looks worried. They all wear cheerful smiles that say, Let's give it to 'em!Well, even if it's nothing more than pre-sortie bravado, I'm glad they have wherewithal to put on a brave face. It means they trust me enough not to complain in my presence.A superior who isn't trusted by their subordinates is liable to be dismissed for lack of management ability, so this is key.

Even if it doesn't have anything to do with the current mission, that human tendency toward certain modes of thinking must be important for mental stability.We need to believe in freedom, fairness, and the market. Humans are political animals by nature.If that's the case... we should act politically as well, competing freely and fairly in the market....Conversely, in an environment where there is no market, there's no need to play fair.

Though it depends on the time and place, putting on a silly grin and countering a joke with a joke has its merits. Clowning around can ease nerves and serve as a tool for employing some of humanity's highly developed linguistic abilities: criticism and cursing.

You’ll never know if your ideas are sound until they are challenged.

A good leader is the shadow of his followers; but he guides them to follow the sun so his shadow does not earn the credit.

Which do you want to be: a proficient manager or a Leader of Character? The first creates compliant employees. The second leads committed followers!