Good ideas have expiration dates. You need to act before they become dated, irrelevant or otherwise spoiled.
John C. MaxwellWhen you are influential and highly respected, people tend to tell you what you want to hear, not what you need to hear. They are seeking your approval, or they flatter you. Unfortunately, this creates a gap between what you hear and reality. If you find yourself in that situation, you will need to work extra hard to get the people close to you to speak honestly into your life. And you will have to become highly intentional in observing and listening.
John C. MaxwellIf you want to become a better listener, however you need to learn to direct that energy and attention positively by concentrating on the person you're with.
John C. Maxwell