Setting up a system that rewards you for meeting your goals and has penalties for failing to hit your target is just as important as putting your goals down on paper.
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If I'm not leading by example, then I'm not doing the right thing. And I want to always do the right thing.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Leading by example is essential for doing what is right.
This quote emphasizes the importance of integrity and accountability in leadership. Pat Summitt suggests that a true leader must set a positive example for others to follow, reinforcing the idea that actions speak louder than words. It stresses the responsibility of leaders to not only advocate for what is right but also embody those principles in their daily behaviors.
Themes
LeadershipIntegrityExampleResponsibilityRight Thing
In practice
Example use cases
In a motivational speech to young athletes, to inspire them to take responsibility for their actions.
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