Destroying is a necessary function in life. Everything has its season, and all things eventually lose their effectiveness and die.

Successful organizations, including the Military, have learned that the higher the risk, the more necessary it is to engage everyone's commitment and intelligence.

I think a major act of leadership right now, call it a radical act, is to create the places and processes so people can actually learn together, using our experiences

[A]ll change, even very large and powerful change, begins when a few people start talking with one another about something they care about.

Circles create soothing space, where even reticent people can realize that their voice is welcome.

It's not differences that divide us. It's our judgments about each other that do.

Leadership is a series of behaviors rather than a role for heroes.