There is no freeway to the future, no paved highway from here to there. There is only wilderness, uncertain terrain. There are no roadmaps, no signposts. So pioneering leaders rely upon a compass and a dream
James M. KouzesLeadership is a relationship between those who aspire to lead and those who choose to follow.
James M. KouzesIt always takes a group of people working together with a common purpose in an atmosphere of trust and collaboration to get extraordinary things done.
James M. KouzesLeaders must know where they are going if they expect others to willingly join them on the journey.
James M. KouzesIf we're going to be authentic in our leadership, we will have to be willing to serve, and we have to be willing to suffer.
James M. KouzesLeaders encourage others to continue the quest and inspire others through courage and hope. Leaders give heart by visibly recognizing others' contributions to the common vision. With a thank you note, a smile, an award, and public praise, the leader lets others know how much they mean to the organization.
James M. Kouzes