Acknowledge Quote by Andy Stanley
“When you acknowledge your weaknesses to the rest of the team, it is never new information.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Deep: The Power of Vulnerable Leadership, 2018
Admitting personal flaws to a team is not new information but builds trust and openness.
In simple terms: Sharing weaknesses openly fosters trust.
Be transparent with your team.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- team meetings
- project debriefs
- coaching sessions
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- When is it strategic to with weaknesses?
- How does vulnerability affect team performance?
Over‑disclosure can undermine authority if not balanced.