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What does it mean?
Every individual holds leadership responsibility, not just formal heads.
In plain terms
Everyone can lead in their own way.
What can you take from it?
Leadership is a universal responsibility.

Where it applies

  • group projects
  • social movements
  • daily life

Putting it to work

  • take initiative
  • guide peers

Questions to consider

  • Are you a leader?
  • What defines a leader?

Another view

Not everyone wants or is equipped to lead.

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