Calling Quote by David Gergen
“Leadership is about calling people to do things beyond themselves.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Leadership Forum, David Gergen, 2015
True leadership inspires others to achieve beyond their own expectations.
In simple terms: Leaders motivate people to do more than they think they can.
Key Takeaway
Encourage others to exceed their limits.
Themes
leadership
inspiration
growth
service
Mood
encouraging
reflective
Type
leadership
inspirational
When to use this quote
- team building
- community projects
- nonprofit initiatives
- education programs
Key Concepts
transformational leadership
psychology
team dynamics
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you identify when to push versus support?
- What barriers prevent people from exceeding themselves?
A Different Perspective
Not all individuals are ready for stretch goals; resistance can arise.
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