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We’re looking at what U.S. presidents throughout history have said that exemplified their insightful leadership styles. These leadership quotes may inspire you in to reach new heights in leading your company forward.
“It is hard to fail, but it is worse never to have tried to succeed.” —Theodore Roosevelt
Leadership means taking the reigns and making an attempt at succeeding in achieving goals. In Tony Uphoff’s recent conversation with Sterling Drive Ventures President and CEO Michael Araten on the Thomas Industry Update Podcast, they discuss how there is never 100% certainty in any venture yet one must make a decision on how to act based on the information at hand.
“It is not strange… to mistake change for progress” —Millard Fillmore
Often, and particularly in the case of new management, leaders assert their control by implementing radical change. There are incredible benefits to change, including opportunities for greater growth. However, change just for the sake of it can frustrate employees and be a waste of time and money. It’s critical to think through why changes are fundamentally necessary to the progress of the company and how to lead the company through the changes.
