He who leads troops has no right to think about himself.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Leaders must prioritize their troops' welfare over personal concerns or safety.
- In plain terms
- A leader cannot afford to think about themselves while leading others.
- What can you take from it?
- Leadership requires selfless focus on the team, not the self.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Can a leader ignore self-preservation?
- Where is the line between duty and self?
Another view
It neglects the leader's own well-being which is necessary for sustained leadership.
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