The Prime Ministers who are remembered are those who think and teach, and not many do. Mrs. Thatcher... influenced the thinking of a generation.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- True leadership involves shaping ideas and educating others rather than just holding office.
- In plain terms
- Remembered leaders teach others what to think.
- What can you take from it?
- Leadership is about influencing thought not just administration.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Is influence the measure of a good leader?
- Can one lead without teaching?
Another view
It assumes thinking and teaching are the only valuable roles for a leader.
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