Firsts Quote by Irwin Federman
“Trust is a risk game. The leader must ante up first.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Business Leadership Conference, 2012
Trust requires taking the first risk; leaders must demonstrate confidence before others will follow.
In simple terms: Leaders must trust first.
Key Takeaway
Lead by taking bold steps.
Themes
leadership
trust
risk
Mood
cautious
encouraging
Type
advisory
motivational
When to use this quote
- team building
- entrepreneurship
- project launches
- change management
Key Concepts
organizational behavior
psychology of influence
Questions to Reflect On
- Are you willing to be the first mover?
- How do you rebuild trust after a misstep?
A Different Perspective
Followers may resist if the risk fails.
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