Quote by H. Gordon Selfridge

The boss drives people; the leader coaches them. The boss depends on authority; the leader on good will. The boss inspires fear; the leader inspires enthusiasm. The boss says I; The leader says WE. The boss fixes the blame for the breakdown; the leader fixes the breakdown. The boss says, GO; the leader says lets, GO!

The boss drives people; the leader coaches them. The boss de

Summary

This quote highlights the difference between a boss and a leader. While a boss uses authority, fear, and blame to manage their team, a leader takes a coaching approach, relying on good will, enthusiasm, and teamwork. A boss focuses on individual responsibility and commands others to take action, while a leader promotes collective responsibility, encouraging and empowering the team to move forward together. Furthermore, a boss tends to dwell on failures and blames others, whereas a leader identifies and addresses problems constructively to find solutions. Ultimately, a leader cultivates a positive and collaborative environment that motivates and inspires the entire team.

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Leadership

By H. Gordon Selfridge

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