Good leaders are focused, directive, and inspiring... in other words, purposeful. People want to look up to leaders, not because they think they are better than us, but because good leaders provide us with a sense of purpose that inspires… — John Baldoni Copy Share Image
The words a leader speaks are important, of course. But how they're delivered can make all the difference, especially in tough times. — John Baldoni Copy Share
Focusing on one's own purpose is a matter of considering what you want to do, why you want to do it, and how you… — John Baldoni Copy Share
Leaders who lead purposeful organizations are those who put people first. No, it's not a cliché when they actually do it. It means they… — John Baldoni Copy Share
Results come from purpose because it is the outcome of what you striving to do. For example, if you run a cardiac care center… — John Baldoni Copy Share
Leadership embraces activism; it is the outcome of a purposeful pursuit of goals. — John Baldoni Copy Share
“Lead from the front. Go to where you can do the most good. From the moment the Towers were struck, Giuliani was front and… — John Baldoni Copy Share
Leaders instill purpose through their words and their actions. Their communications demonstrate a commitment to vision and mission, but their behaviors underscore its real… — John Baldoni Copy Share
All leaders must be good communicators. But let's be clear, communications is not the same as oratory. Let me give you an example. General… — John Baldoni Copy Share
We are living in times of great uncertainty. Likely no more so than in previous times but the sense of ambiguity may be more… — John Baldoni Copy Share
Three things a leader or manager should be thinking: What's happening? What's not happening? and What can I do to influence the outcome? — John Baldoni Copy Share
Leaders are creatures of their environment, but unlike most creatures, they are also movers of it. As movers of and within the organization, they… — John Baldoni Copy Share
Leadership is the behavior each of us exerts when we take responsibility for our actions and their consequences. — John Baldoni Copy Share
The roots of effective leadership lie in simple things, one of which is listening. Listening to someone demonstrates respect; it shows that you value… — John Baldoni Copy Share
Purpose needs to be nurtured. It gains resolve when faced with adversity. The ability to overcome obstacles and challenges is daunting but when accomplished… — John Baldoni Copy Share
