John P. Kotter Quotes

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• Great leadership does not mean running away from reality. Sometimes the hard truths might just demoralize the company, but at other times sharing difficulties can…
• Good communication does not mean that you have to speak in perfectly formed sentences and paragraphs. It isn't about slickness. Simple and clear go a…
• Without credible communication, and a lot of it, the hearts and minds of others are never captured.
• We learn best - and change - from hearing stories that strike a chord within us.
• A leader needs enough understanding to fashion an intelligent strategy.
• Leadership produces change. That is its primary function
• Commercial organisations that operate responsibly have benefitted by increased revenues of 682% compared to 166% for those that don't
• Effective leaders help others to understand the necessity of change and to accept a common vision of the desired outcome.
• People are more inclined to be drawn in if their leader has a compelling vision. Great leaders help people get in touch with their own…
• Great leaders understand that historical success tends to produce stable and inwardly focused organizations, and these outfits, in turn, reinforce a feeling of contentment with…
• We know that leadership is very much related to change. As the pace of change accelerates, there is naturally a greater need for effective leadership.
• What's really driving the boom in coaching, is this: as we move from 30 miles an hour to 70 to 120 to 180......as we go…
• The heart of change is in the emotions.
• Analytical tools have their limitations in a turbulent world. These tools work best when parameters are known, assumptions are minimal, and the future is not…
• Motivation is not a thinking word; it's a feeling word.
• No vision issue today is bigger than the question of efficiency versus some combination of innovation and customer service.
• Never underestimate the power of a good story.
• Never underestimate the power of the mind to disempower.
• One of the most powerful forms of information is feedback on our own actions.
• Valued achievements connect to people at a deeper level—and a deeper level can change behavior that is generally very difficult to change.

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