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Inspiring Leadership Quotes

In fair weather prepare for foul.
Thomas Fuller

Innovation distinguishes between a leader and a follower.
Steve Jobs

It is better to have a lion at the head of an army of sheep, than a sheep at the head of an army of lions.
Daniel Defoe

It is better to lead from behind and to put others in front, especially when you celebrate victory when nice things occur. You take the front line when there is danger. Then people will appreciate your leadership.
Nelson Mandela

It is rare to find a business partner who is selfless. If you are lucky it happens once in a lifetime.


It is, after all, the responsibility of the expert to operate the familiar and that of the leader to transcend it.
Henry A. Kissinger

Lead, follow, or get out of the way.
Laurence J. Peter

Leaders must be close enough to relate to others, but far enough ahead to motivate them.
John C. Maxwell

Leaders must encourage their organizations to dance to forms of music yet to be heard.
Warren G. Bennis

Leadership - leadership is about taking responsibility, not making excuses.
Mitt Romney