To know how other people behave takes intelligence, but to know myself takes wisdom. To manage other people's lives takes strength, but to manage… — John Heider Copy Share Image
The leader teaches more through being than through doing. The quality of one's silence conveys more than long speeches. — John Heider Copy Share Image
The wise leader speaks rarely and briefly. After all, no other natural outpouring goes on and on. It rains and then it stops. It… — John Heider Copy Share Image
Teach people to let go of their superficial mental chatter and obsessions. Teach people to pay attention to the whole body's reaction to a… — John Heider Copy Share Image
Allow regular time for silent reflection. Turn inward and digest what has happened. Let the senses rest and grow still. — John Heider Copy Share Image
“The wise leader pays respectful attention to all behavior. Thus the group becomes open to more and more possibilities of behavior. People learn a… — John Heider Copy Share Image
Your behaviour influences others through a ripple effect. A ripple effect works because everyone influences everyone else. Powerful people are powerful influences. — John Heider Copy Share Image
“You are a midwife, assisting at someone else's birth. Do good without show or fuss. Facilitate what is happening rather than what you think… — John Heider Copy Share Image
“How can a good reputation be a hindrance? A good reputation naturally arises from doing good work. But if you try to cherish your… — John Heider Copy Share Image
Endless drama in a group clouds consciousness. Too much noise overwhelms the senses. Continual input obscures genuine insight. Do not substitute sensationalism for learning. — John Heider Copy Share Image
Have respect for every person and every issue directed at you. Do not dismiss any encounter as insignificant. — John Heider Copy Share Image
