'I believe that my brother was a great man. But, unlike most other great men, his greatness did not come from diminishing those around him. He made himself great, in part, by finding the best in those around him.' ~ James Chapin
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Greatness comes from uplifting others, not putting them down. A true leader improves themselves by highlighting the strengths of those around them.
- In plain terms
- True greatness is achieved by finding the best in others, not diminishing them.
- What can you take from it?
- Leadership grows when you elevate others.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- How do you define greatness?
- Who helped you become who you are?
Another view
Some great achievements require difficult decisions that might disappoint people.
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