Leadership Quotes by Famous People

The greatest leader is not necessarily the one who does the greatest things, but rather the one who inspires others to do great things. – Ronald Reagan

Leadership is not about being in charge. It is about taking care of those in your charge. – Simon Sinek

Leadership is the capacity to translate vision into reality. – Warren Bennis

The function of leadership is to produce more leaders, not more followers. – Ralph Nader

A good leader takes a little more than his share of the blame, a little less than his share of the credit. – Arnold H. Glasow

The best leaders are those most interested in surrounding themselves with great people. – John C. Maxwell

To handle yourself, use your head; to handle others, use your heart. – Eleanor Roosevelt

The quality of a leader is reflected in the standards they set for themselves. – Ray Kroc

A true leader has the confidence to stand alone, the courage to make tough decisions, and the compassion to listen to the needs of others. – Douglas MacArthur

A leader is one who knows the way, goes the way, and shows the way. – John C. Maxwell

Leadership is not about being in control, but about creating an environment where great ideas can flourish. – Linda Hill

The greatest leader is not necessarily the one who does the greatest things, but rather the one who brings out the greatness in others. – John Buchan

Leadership Quotes by Famous People part 2

Leadership is not about being the boss, it is about inspiring and empowering others. – John Quincy Adams

The challenge of leadership is to be strong, but not rude; be kind, but not weak; be bold, but not a bully. – Jim Rohn

Great leaders are willing to sacrifice their personal interests for the greater good of the team. – John Wooden

Leadership is about making others better as a result of your presence and making sure that impact lasts in your absence. – Sheryl Sandberg

The art of leadership is saying no, not saying yes. It is very easy to say yes. – Tony Blair

The measure of a leader is not the number of people who serve them, but the number of people they serve. – John C. Maxwell

A true leader has the ability to inspire and empower others, not through fear, but through trust and respect. – Michelle Obama

Great leaders are not defined by the absence of weakness, but rather by the presence of clear strengths. – John Zenger

Leadership is about making a positive impact on the lives of others, not just achieving personal success. – Bill Gates

A leader takes people where they want to go. A great leader takes people where they don’t necessarily want to go, but ought to be. – Rosalynn Carter

Leaders become great, not because of their power, but because of their ability to empower others. – John Maxwell

A true leader is not afraid to admit their mistakes and learn from them. – Richard Branson

Leadership is not about being in the spotlight, but about shining a light on others. – Oprah Winfrey

To be a leader, you must build a team and create an environment where they can thrive and succeed. – Jack Welch

The best leaders are those who are able to let go of their ego and focus on the team’s collective achievements. – Simon Sinek

Leadership is about taking responsibility for your actions and holding yourself accountable to the highest standards. – Indra Nooyi

Leadership is not about being perfect, but about constantly growing and learning from one’s mistakes. – Sheryl Sandberg

The strength of a leader lies not in their individual power, but in their ability to unite and inspire others. – Nelson Mandela

A true leader is not defined by their title or position, but by their actions and the impact they have on others. – Martin Luther King Jr.

A great leader does not simply instruct, but inspires and encourages others to reach their full potential. – Richard Branson

Leadership is not about being the best, but about helping others become their best. – John Wooden

Leadership is not about being popular, it is about making tough decisions for the greater good. – Warren Buffett

The mark of a true leader is the ability to listen, understand, and empathize with others. – Mary Barra

Great leaders are not born, they are made through hard work, perseverance, and a commitment to continuous learning. – Jeff Bezos

Leadership is about fostering a positive culture where individuals feel valued and empowered to contribute their unique abilities. – Satya Nadella

A leader’s legacy is not determined by their accomplishments, but by the number of lives they have positively influenced. – Maya Angelou

Leadership is not about being the loudest voice in the room, but the most compassionate one. – Dalai Lama

A true leader knows the power of collaboration and understands that success is a team effort. – Elon Musk

Leadership is not about being the smartest person in the room, but about surrounding yourself with the smartest people. – Andrew Carnegie

Great leaders understand the importance of continuous improvement and are always striving to learn and grow. – Howard Schultz

Leadership is not about being in control, but about empowering others to take control of their own destinies. – Jack Welch

A leader’s role is not to shine brighter than others, but to light a path for others to shine. – Michelle Obama

True leadership is not about dominating others, but about empowering them to become leaders themselves. – Bill George