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“We always want our leaders to be great leaders.” quote by Dean Devlin
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“We always want our leaders to be great leaders.”

Dean Devlin

About This Quote

People expect leaders to be exceptional, but greatness is a high, often unrealistic standard.

In simple terms: Leaders are expected to be great.

Key Takeaway

Set realistic expectations for leaders.

Themes

leadership expectations human nature

Mood

skeptical reflective

Type

observational critical

When to use this quote

  • team management
  • political office
  • corporate leadership

Key Concepts

idealism performance pressure

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do we define "great" in leadership?
  • What support helps leaders succeed?
A Different Perspective

Greatness may be unsustainable without support.

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