History has repeatedly been changed by people who had the desire and the ability to transfer their convictions and emotions to their listeners.
Interpretation
The influence of passionate individuals can significantly alter the course of history.
This quote by Dale Carnegie emphasizes the power of communication and persuasion. It suggests that individuals who are not only passionate about their beliefs but also skilled at conveying those emotions and convictions to others can effectuate significant change in society and history. The ability to inspire and motivate people through effective communication is highlighted as a key driver of historical progress.
In practice
In a motivational speech at a leadership conference.
When I asked him -Mr.Henry Ford- if he ever worried, he replied: "No. I believe God is managing affairs and that He doesn't need any advice from me. With God in charge, I believe that every-thing will work out for the best in the end. So what is there to worry about?
Take a chance! All life is a chance. The man who goes farthest is generally the one who is willing to do and dare.
By talking to yourself about the things you have to be grateful for you can fill your mind with thoughts that soar and sing.
It isn't what you have, or who you are, or where you are, or what you are doing that makes you happy or unhappy. It is what you think about.
I can look back at my own life and see where a few words of praise have sharply changed my entire future. Can't you say the same thing about your life?
Instead of worrying about what people say of you, why not spend time trying to accomplish something they will admire.
I would rather hire a man with enthusiasm, than a man who knows everything.
That really is my trademark. Day to day, week in, week out. If something happens and the crowd roars, I shut up.
A politician thinks of the next election. A statesman, of the next generation.
You don't hire for skills, you hire for attitude. You can always teach skills.
The leader for today and the future will be focused on how to be - how to develop quality, character, mind-set, values, principles, and courage.
Let me have men about me that are fat, Sleek-headed-men, and such as sleep o'nights; Yond Cassius has a lean and hungry look; he thinks too much; such men are dangerous.
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