Leadership quote by Dwight D. Eisenhower

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I would rather try to persuade a man to go along, because once I have persuaded him, he will stick. If I scare him, he w
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"I would rather try to persuade a man to go along, because once I have persuaded him, he will stick. If I scare him, he will stay just as long as he is scared, and then he is gone"

- Dwight D. Eisenhower

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This quote by Dwight D. Eisenhower talks to the significance of persuasion over worry in accomplishing long-lasting success. Eisenhower is recommending that it is better to try to persuade somebody to do something rather than to frighten them into it. He thinks that if somebody is convinced, they will stick with it, whereas if they are afraid, they will only remain as long as they are afraid and after that they will be gone. This quote highlights the significance of utilizing positive reinforcement and persuasion to achieve long-term success, instead of counting on worry and intimidation. Eisenhower's quote is a tip that it is much better to utilize positive methods to motivate people, as this will cause more enduring results.

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Dwight D. Eisenhower This quote is written / told by Dwight D. Eisenhower between October 14, 1890 and March 28, 1969. He was a famous President from USA, the quote is categorized under the topic Leadership. The author also have 80 other quotes.

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