Marvellous is the power which can be exercised, almost unconsciously, over a company, or an individual, or even upon a crowd by one person gifted with good temper, good digestion, good intellects, and good looks.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- A person with good health, intellect, and looks can influence others powerfully without trying.
- In plain terms
- Good traits let you lead without trying.
- What can you take from it?
- Personal qualities shape influence naturally.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What traits give you influence?
- Do you lead by trying or by being?
Another view
It overlooks those who lead without these traits.
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