Ken Blanchard Quotes

A collection of quotes by Ken Blanchard.

Ken Blanchard is a renowned American author and management expert, widely recognized for his contributions to the field of leadership and organizational behavior. He is best known for co-authoring "The One Minute Manager," a best-selling book that details effective management techniques. Blanchard has written over sixty books and remains an influential figure in the business world. His work centers around servant leadership and his aim is to inspire individuals to reach their full potential and lead with integrity. With his extensive experience as a speaker, consultant, and writer, Blanchard continues to impact leaders and organizations globally.

Don't quack like a duck, soar like an eagle.

Don't quack like a duck, soar like an eagle.

I absolutely believe in the power of tithing and giving back

I absolutely believe in the power of tithing and giving back. My own experience about all the blessings I've had in my life is that the more I give away, the more that comes back. That is the way life works, and that is the way energy works.

The first principle of ethical power is Purpose. By purpose,

The first principle of ethical power is Purpose. By purpose, I don't mean your objective or intention-something toward which you are always striving. Purpose is something bigger. It is the picture you have of yourself-the kind of person you want to be or the kind of life you want to lead.

Feedback is the breakfast of champions.

Feedback is the breakfast of champions.

I never use notes, they interfere with me.

I never use notes, they interfere with me.

As a manager the important thing is not what happens when yo

As a manager the important thing is not what happens when you are there, but what happens when you are not there.

People who produce good results feel good about themselves.

People who produce good results feel good about themselves.

HELP = H(umor), E-go, edging God out, L-istening, P-urpose

HELP = H(umor), E-go, edging God out, L-istening, P-urpose

The key to successful leadership today is influence, not aut

The key to successful leadership today is influence, not authority.

In the past a leader was a boss. Today's leaders must be par

In the past a leader was a boss. Today's leaders must be partners with their people... they no longer can lead solely based on positional power.

For a manager to be perceived as a positive manager, they ne

For a manager to be perceived as a positive manager, they need a four to one positive to negative contact ratio.