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Leadership appears to be the art of getting others to want to do something you are convinced should be done
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"Leadership appears to be the art of getting others to want to do something you are convinced should be done"

- Vance Packard

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This quote by Vance Packard speaks to the power of leadership and the capability of a leader to affect and encourage others. It suggests that leadership is not just about having a vision and making choices, however likewise about motivating and encouraging others to take action. It suggests that a leader should be able to convince others of the value of a job and make them wish to do it. This requires a leader to be convincing, motivating, and have a clear vision of what requires to be done. Management is not practically having authority, but likewise about having the capability to influence and inspire others to do something about it. It is an art that needs a leader to be able to communicate their vision and make others wish to follow it.

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USA Flag This quote is written / told by Vance Packard between May 22, 1914 and December 12, 1996. He/she was a famous Writer from USA. The author also have 4 other quotes.

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