Our country needs visionary and far-sighted leaders. People who appreciate and understand that our lives are inexplicably linked and our futures tied together. The vision must be one that is inclusive and open to everyone. It is a matter of enlightening self-interest.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Leaders must see how interconnected our lives are and build an inclusive vision. This approach turns self-interest into a force that benefits everyone.
- In plain terms
- Leaders need to understand that we are all connected and build a future that includes everyone.
- What can you take from it?
- Inclusive leadership aligns individual interests with the collective good.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- How do you see your interests tied to others?
- What does an inclusive future look like to you?
Another view
Not all leaders possess the capacity for such broad vision.
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