You can't give power away and keep it simultaneously. Except posthumously.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Power cannot be shared while retaining control; the only exception is after death when legacy remains.
- In plain terms
- You cannot share power and keep it at the same time.
- What can you take from it?
- Sharing power means giving it up.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What power are you holding onto?
- When is it time to let go?
Another view
Influence can be shared without giving up control.
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