It is not the role of the United States to dictate change, but to enter into discussions with our friends.
COLIN POWELLAlways focus on the front windshield and not the review mirror.
More Colin Powell Quotes
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You know you’re a good leader when people follow you out of curiosity.
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What could be more important than equipping the next generation with the character and competence they need to become successful
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Experts often possess more data than judgment.
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Always do your best. Somebody is watching you.
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Look for intelligence and judgment and, most critically, a capacity to anticipate, to see around corners. Also look for loyalty, integrity, a high energy drive, a balanced ego and the drive to get things done.
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Fit no stereotypes. Don’t chase the latest management fads. The situation dictates which approach best accomplishes the team’s mission.
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As a leader you set the tone for your entire team. Communicate your vision.
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The essence of leadership is building bonds of trust in your organization.
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Respect for leaders by followers can’t be mandated; it must be earned. It has to be given to leaders by their followers.
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The best method of overcoming obstacles is the team method.
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There is no such thing as an unimportant person in an organization.
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None of us can change our yesterdays but all of us can change our tomorrows.
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Endeavors succeed or fail because of the people involved.
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An organization that is not facing up to people who are not getting the job done, is going to have difficulties.
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Good leaders must know how to reward those who succeed and know when to retrain, move, or fire ineffective staff.
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