Quote by George Will

Leadership is, among other things, the ability to inflict pain and get away with it - short-term pain for long-term gain.

Leadership is, among other things, the ability to inflict pa

Summary

This quote suggests that being a leader involves making tough decisions that may result in causing discomfort or hardship in the short term, but ultimately lead to significant benefits in the long run. It highlights an essential aspect of leadership which requires the ability to take unpopular actions and face any negative consequences while having the foresight to understand the greater good that will come from it. True leaders are willing to endure short-term pain to achieve long-term success and improvement for their teams or organizations.

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