If knowing yourself and being yourself were as easy to do as to talk about, there wouldn't be nearly so many people walking around in borrowed postures, spouting secondhand ideas, trying desperately to fit in rather than to stand out.

Leaders know the importance of having someone in their lives who will unfailingly and fearlessly tell them the truth.

Listening to the inner voice - trusting the inner voice - is one of the most important lessons of leadership.

What makes a good follower? The single most important characteristic may well be a willingness to tell the truth. In a world of growing complexity leaders are increasingly dependent on their subordinates for good information, whether the leaders want to hear it or not. Followers who tell the truth and leaders who listen to it are an unbeatable combination.

Great things are accomplished by talented people who believe they will accomplish them.

I am reminded how hollow the label of leadership sometimes is and how heroic followership can be.

Embrace error: Create an atmosphere in which prudent risk taking is strongly encouraged.