The ultimate test of practical leadership is the realization of intended, real change that meets people's enduring needs.
James MacGregor BurnsLeadership, in short, is power governed by principle, directed toward raising people to their highest levels of personal motive and social morality.
James MacGregor BurnsIn real life, the most practical advice for leaders is not to treat pawns like pawns, nor princes like princes, but all persons like persons.
James MacGregor BurnsSuch leadership occurs when one or more persons engage with others in such a way that leaders and followers raise one another to higher levels of motivation and morality.
James MacGregor Burns