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The secret of a leader lies in the tests he has faced over the whole course of his life and the habit of action he devel
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"The secret of a leader lies in the tests he has faced over the whole course of his life and the habit of action he develops in meeting those tests"

- Gail Sheehy

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This quote by Gail Sheehy recommends that the real step of a leader is not just determined by the tests they have actually faced in life, however also by the actions they take in action to those tests. It indicates that a leader is not just specified by their successes, but likewise by their failures and how they select to react to them. A leader needs to have the ability to take responsibility for their mistakes and gain from them in order to grow and establish. A leader should also be able to take initiative and act in order to make a positive impact on their environment. Eventually, a leader should have the ability to deal with the tests of life with guts and durability, and use them as an opportunity to find out and grow.

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USA Flag This quote is written / told by Gail Sheehy between November 27, 1937 and August 24, 2020. She was a famous Writer from USA. The author also have 17 other quotes.

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