Quote by Warren G. Bennis

The most dangerous leadership myth is that leaders are born-that there is a genetic factor to leadership. This myth asserts that people simply either have certain charismatic qualities or not. That's nonsense in fact, the opposite is true. Leaders are made rather than born.

The most dangerous leadership myth is that leaders are born-

Summary

This quote challenges the notion that leadership is inherently determined by genetics or predetermined qualities. It argues against the belief that individuals are either naturally charismatic leaders or not. Instead, it suggests that leadership is a learned skill and that anyone has the capacity to become a leader through development and experience.

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Leadership

By Warren G. Bennis

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