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What does it mean?
Personal character is the ultimate source of true power.
In plain terms
Character is power.
What can you take from it?
Build character to gain true power.

Where it applies

  • leadership
  • decision making
  • personal conduct

Putting it to work

  • cultivate integrity
  • define your values
  • act consistently

Questions to consider

  • What is true power?
  • How does character show up?

Another view

Character alone does not guarantee external success.

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