Quote by Warren Bennis

Managers are people who do things right; leaders are people who do the right thing.

Managers are people who do things right; leaders are people

Summary

This quote emphasizes the difference between managers and leaders. It suggests that managers are individuals who focus on efficiency and getting tasks done correctly, while leaders are more concerned with making ethical and moral decisions. While managers focus on the process, leaders prioritize the end goal and strive to make decisions that align with values and principles. This quote encourages individuals to develop leadership qualities that go beyond simply managing tasks and aim to create positive impacts and make ethically sound choices.

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