Good kings Quote by Brandon Sanderson
““Good men can make terrible kings,' Tindwyl noted. 'But bad men cannot make good kings.' Sazed said. 'It is better to start with a good man and work on the rest, I think.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: Mistborn: The Final Empire, 2006
Good men can become terrible kings; bad men cannot be good kings; start with good people and improve the rest.
In simple terms: Leadership quality matters more than gender.
Key Takeaway
Choose good leaders and develop them.
Themes
leadership
ethics
politics
Mood
thoughtful
critical
Type
philosophical
practical
When to use this quote
- political appointments
- organizational hiring
- community building
Key Concepts
moral philosophy
governance
Questions to Reflect On
- What qualities define a good leader?
- How to develop weak areas in leadership?
A Different Perspective
Good people may lack necessary skills.
