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“There are major C.E.O.'s who do not know how to hold a knife and fork properly, but I don't worry about that as much as the lack of kindness.” quote by Letitia Baldrige
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“There are major C.E.O.'s who do not know how to hold a knife and fork properly, but I don't worry about that as much as the lack of kindness.”

Letitia Baldrige

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Leadership requires kindness more than etiquette; lack of kindness is a greater flaw

In simple terms: Kindness matters more than table manners in leadership

Key Takeaway

Prioritize kindness in professional interactions

Themes

leadership etiquette kindness

Mood

thoughtful serious

Type

leadership advice

When to use this quote

  • corporate meetings
  • customer service
  • team building

Key Concepts

emotional intelligence social grace

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can you cultivate kindness while improving skills?
  • What policies promote kindness in your workplace?
A Different Perspective

Kindness alone may not fix technical incompetence

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