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The most dangerous leadership myth is that leaders are born-that there is a genetic factor to leadership.
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"The most dangerous leadership myth is that leaders are born-that there is a genetic factor to leadership. This myth asserts that people simply either have certain charismatic qualities or not. That's nonsense; in fact, the opposite is true. Leaders are made rather than born"

- Warren G. Bennis

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This quote by Warren G. Bennis speaks with the idea that management is not something that is predetermined by genetics. He argues that the notion that some individuals are born with certain charming qualities that make them natural leaders is an unsafe myth. Rather, he thinks that leaders are made through hard work, dedication, and experience. He believes that anybody can end up being a leader if they want to put in the effort and discover the required abilities. This quote stresses the significance of developing leadership abilities and the concept that anybody can end up being a leader if they are willing to put in the effort. It also talks to the concept that management is not something that is predetermined by genes, but rather something that is made through effort and devotion.

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This quote is written / told by Warren G. Bennis. He/she was a famous Psychologist. The author also have 20 other quotes.

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