Quote by Andy Stanley
“Telling someone they're wrong is not the same as leading or inspiring them to do what's right.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Leadership Talk, Andy Stanley, 2018
Criticizing someone doesn’t automatically guide them toward correct actions; inspiration requires constructive direction.
In simple terms: Calling out mistakes isn’t enough; you must inspire better choices.
Offer guidance, not just criticism.
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When to use this quote
- team meetings
- coaching sessions
- conflict resolution
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you correct without discouraging?
- What inspires others to act rightly?
People may resist if they feel attacked.