Quotes About Influence

The weaknesses of the many make the leader possible.

But the law of magnetism really is true: who you are is who you attract.

Thank God for the tough times. They are the reason you are there - to be the leader. If everything was going well, the people wouldn't need you!

Authenticity is critical to leadership. That means trying to be yourself - this involves some self-disclosure, admitting what you don't know and being willing to ask questions.

Listening to the inner voice - trusting the inner voice - is one of the most important lessons of leadership.

Ultimately, leadership is more about 'being' than 'doing.'

The central activity of leadership is teaching - first by example, second by precept.

Without a terrific leader, you're not going to have a Great Group. But it is also true that you're not going to have a great leader without a Great Group.

Humility is the cornerstone of leadership.

Courage is essential to leadership.

Consensus is a poor substitute for leadership.

The most powerful leadership tool you have is your personal example.

True leadership must have follower-ship. Management styles can vary, but even an autocrat needs people who believe and simply don't follow from fear.

(On being in a position of leadership) Even if it's your dog, you've got authority over somebody. Start treating him better.

Leadership is about vision and responsibility, not power.

A sign of power in a man is not only when people follow what he suggests, but also when people make a conscious effort to do the exact opposite of what he suggests.

Leadership is a mindset that shifts from being a victim to creating results. Any one of us can demonstrate leadership in our work and within our lives.

When you accept a leadership role, you take on extra responsibility for your actions toward others.

People who add value to others do so intentionally. I say that because to add value, leaders must give of themselves, and that rarely occurs by accident.

Leadership is not a title. It's a behavior. LIVE it

The ultimate leaders develop followers who will surpass them.

I didn't have to step up into a leadership role, ... I just had to be there and help out where I could. But this year I had to be more of the man.

I must follow them. I am their leader.

Research shows that girls look at leadership differently than boys.