More than any other president of this century, Ford was chosen for his integrity and trustworthiness: his peers in Congress put him in the White House because he told the truth and kept his word.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Ford notes his selection as president was based on his reputation for honesty and integrity.
- In plain terms
- I became president because people trusted my honesty.
- What can you take from it?
- Trust and integrity are vital for leadership selection.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What makes a leader trustworthy?
- How is integrity measured?
Another view
Trust can be lost quickly despite initial reputation.
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