Quote by Warren Bennis

The leaders I met, whatever walk of life they were from, whatever institutions they were presiding over, always referred back to the same failure - something that happened to them that was personally difficult, even traumatic, something that made them feel that desperate sense of hitting bottom--as something they thought was almost a necessity. It's as if at that moment the iron entered their soul; that moment created the resilience that leaders need.

The leaders I met, whatever walk of life they were from, wha

Summary

This quote suggests that many leaders attribute their resilience and strength to a personal experience of failure or adversity. Regardless of their background or position, these leaders had a moment that pushed them to their limits and made them feel as if they had hit rock bottom. Instead of viewing it as a setback, they see it as a transformative event that instilled in them a newfound determination and inner strength. This suggests that going through difficult times can be a necessary catalyst for developing the resilience required to lead others effectively.

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Resilience

By Warren Bennis

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