'I never thought of myself as the leader. The most important person, perhaps.'
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Mercury denies being a leader but admits he was perhaps the most important person in the group.
- In plain terms
- He did not see himself as a leader but knew he was vital.
- What can you take from it?
- Importance does not always require a leadership title.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Who is the most important person in your team?
- Do you need a title to be important?
Another view
The statement downplays leadership while asserting importance.
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