The position does not make you a leader. The title, the promotion, the fancy corner office do not make you a leader. No, it is relationships with people that are the foundation, the very heart of leadership. Have you ever worked for someone you didn't like? It's difficult, isn't it? On the other hand, the leader you will follow anywhere and everywhere is one you know cares about you, and values you. This person has your best interests at heart. It is the leader who comes alongside to help you improve and grow.
John C. MaxwellIf you travel alone, you can probably go faster. But the journey will never be as rewarding, and you probably won't be able to go as far.
John C. MaxwellMost people who decide to grow personally find their first mentors in the pages of books.
John C. MaxwellWhen your dream is bigger than you are, you only have two choices: give up or get help.
John C. MaxwellMost people who want to get ahead do it backward. They think, 'I'll get a bigger job, then I'll learn how to be a leader.' But showing leadership skill is how you get the bigger job in the first place. Leadership isn't a position, it's a process.
John C. Maxwell