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What does it mean?
A great leader must hold firm to their beliefs, regardless of popularity.
In plain terms
Strong convictions matter most in leadership.
What can you take from it?
Stay true to your principles even when unpopular.

Where it applies

  • crisis management
  • policy debates

Putting it to work

  • maintain core values
  • communicate rationale

Questions to consider

  • When should a leader reconsider a belief?
  • How do you balance conviction with flexibility?

Another view

Rigid beliefs can ignore needed adaptation.

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