Quote by Dwight D Eisenhower

In order to be a leader a man must have followers. And to have followers, a man must have their confidence. Hence, the supreme quality for a leader is unquestionably integrity. Without it, no real success is possible, no matter whether it is on a section gang, a football field, in an army, or in an office. If a man's associates find him guilty of being phony, if they find that he lacks forthright integrity, he will fail. His teachings and actions must square with each other. The first great need, therefore is integrity and high purpose.

In order to be a leader a man must have followers. And to ha

Summary

This quote emphasizes that integrity is the most important quality for a leader to possess. To gain followers and their confidence, a leader must demonstrate unwavering integrity. Regardless of the setting, whether it is a sports team, military unit, or workplace, true success is unattainable without integrity. If a person is seen as inauthentic or lacking in moral character, they will not be able to effectively lead. A leader's words and actions must align, and they must possess a strong sense of purpose. Ultimately, integrity and a noble purpose are the fundamental requirements for effective leadership.

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