What separated Murrow from the pack was courage.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Courage was the defining trait that set Murrow apart from other journalists.
- In plain terms
- Murrow stood out because he was brave.
- What can you take from it?
- Courage separates true leaders from the rest.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What separates you from the crowd?
- Is courage enough for leadership?
Another view
Other traits like intellect also distinguished him.
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