Power Quote by Brandon Sanderson

“Don’t mistake me,” Jasnah continued. “Some kinds of power are real—power to command armies, power to Soulcast. These come into play far less often…

— Brandon Sanderson

The power of authority is never more subtle and effective than when it produces a psychological atmosphere or climate favorable to the life of…

— Arthur Balfour

“Power is the ability to influence and control.”

— Sarah Mlynowski

Authority, as you usually think of it, is merely the excuse the strong use to make others conform to what they want.

— William P. Young

“[...] genuine power doesn't have to enforce it by example. Assumed power, on the other hand, requires folks' belief–it depends upon the victim's industry.…

— Steve Aylett

“Control is the basis of all true power. Authority and strength are matters of perception”

— Brandon Sanderson

“Only those who are subject to authority can be authority.”

— Watchman Nee

Authority: The skill of getting people to willingly do your will, because of your personal influence.

— James Hunter

“Influence always outpaces authority.”

— Clay Scroggins

“Authority is a responsible form of power; it should be given to responsible man.”

— Amit Kalantri

“Authority ... cannot be a darksome power that compels us to subject ourselves without reason.”

— G C Berkouwer

“The prerequisite for being in authority is recognizing that one is always under authority.”

— Joe Rigney