We all experienced sleep deprivation at times – hat is the nature of stress but a physically exhausted leader routinely makes poor decisions in times of crisis.
MAJOR DICK WINTERSThe key to being a successful combat leader is to earn respect, not because of rank, but because you are a man.
More Major Dick Winters Quotes
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War exposes the best and worst of those who are called to fight. I know of no man who lacked character in peace and then discovered his character in combat.
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I learned a valuable lesson that nothing is ever guaranteed.
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As a leader you do not stop and calculate your losses during combat.
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War is romantic only to those who are far away from the sounds and turmoil of battle.
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Remain humble. Don’t worry about who receives the credit. Never let power or authority go to your head.
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Lives of great men all remind us, we can make our lives sublime, and, departing, leave behind us, footprints on the sands of time.
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There is no need to tell someone how to do his job if you have properly trained your team.
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Physical stamina is the root of mental toughness.
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Suicide is a very permanent solution to what is usually a temporary problem.
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Develop your team. If you know your people, are fair in setting realistic goals and expectations, and lead by example, you will develop teamwork.
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We salute the rank not the man.
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If you’re a leader, you lead the way. Not just on the easy ones. You take the tough ones too.
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The paratroopers were the best soldiers at the infantry school and I wanted to be with the best.
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Never, ever give up regardless of the adversity.
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Lead from the front. Say, “Follow me!” and then lead the way.
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