Quote by Eric Shinseki

I have spent a lifetime watching kids make mistakes because they were not trained or well led or properly motivated to do well. I never faulted the kids rather, I saw opportunity to train, to motivate, to improve leadership - not to punish the individual.

I have spent a lifetime watching kids make mistakes because

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This quote highlights the perspective of the speaker, who believes that when children make mistakes, it is not their fault but rather indicates a lack of proper guidance, training, and motivation. The speaker emphasizes their role as an opportunity seeker to provide training, motivation, and improved leadership instead of punishment for the individual's mistakes. It reflects a compassionate approach of understanding and responding to the shortcomings of children by focusing on their growth and development rather than blaming them for their errors.

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