8,953 Quotes About Leadership

Immediate solutions should be avoided at all costs. When a situation arises that requires some strategic thought, the leader should take the time necessary to review that thought in their own mind. This is almost universally applicable to any major decision that person has to make.

Humility involves being accountable to others, listening, being other-centered to the point of personal sacrifice. Humility is not self-effacement. Humility hinges on accurate self-appraisal. A humble leader freely gives affirmations without expecting any in return. A humble leader critically examines how they are perceived by others.

Painful experiences are like a wild river; we need to cross them if we want to get to the other side.

It’s time to bring the LOVE back to leadership!

If someone does a Great job or provide excellent service, make sure to recognize and reward them! If someone wrote a book you enjoy, tell them. If you want people to put out their best and to strive for excellence, encourage and support them. - Strong by Kailin Gow on Leadership

A leader who thinks so little of his or her own people is one who shouldn't lead them. - Strong by Kailin Gow on Leadership

Sometimes the best way to get other people to give up their egos is for you to give up yours first.

If you don’t collect any metrics, you’re flying blind. If you collect and focus on too many, they may be obstructing your field of view.

If you write books, you become a person of authority. Live it nobly. With authority comes the responsibility of leading. Lead wisely. - Strong by Kailin Gow on Authors Must Be Good Role Models