Summary
This quote suggests that it is uncommon for followers to surpass the expectations set by their leaders. It implies that the leaders generally possess certain skills, knowledge, or abilities that make them the leaders in the first place. It implies that followers tend to perform at a level that is expected of them, but often do not go above and beyond to exceed those expectations. However, there may be exceptions to this scenario where followers do indeed go the extra mile and surpass their leaders' expectations.