I don't have the strength or wisdom to get through a single day without guidance and grace from God.
Tony DungyRead
Others first. Whatever your corporate mission, paint a clear and compelling picture that others can understand and embrace. State your mission in terms that appeal to your team's best instincts. Persuade and empower as if you are leading and mentoring volunteers.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Prioritize the needs and understanding of others to inspire and motivate them towards a shared mission.
This quote by Tony Dungy emphasizes the importance of putting others first in a leadership context. A clear and compelling mission should resonate with team members, appealing to their best instincts and fostering an environment of persuasion and empowerment, akin to mentoring volunteers rather than merely managing employees.
Themes
LeadershipMissionEmpowerTeamPersuasion
In practice
Example use cases
In a team meeting when introducing a new project to enhance motivation.
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