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“One of the most important things about leadership is that you have to have the kind of humility that will allow you to be coached.” quote by Jim Yong Kim
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“One of the most important things about leadership is that you have to have the kind of humility that will allow you to be coached.”

Jim Yong Kim

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Source Speech: World Bank Annual Meeting, 2015

Leadership requires humility to accept coaching and grow.

In simple terms: Leaders must stay humble and open to guidance.

Key Takeaway

Embrace coaching for better leadership.

Themes

leadership humility growth

Mood

reflective inspirational

Type

advice leadership

When to use this quote

  • team management
  • career development
  • executive training

Key Concepts

coaching self-awareness learning

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can you seek feedback without feeling vulnerable?
  • What structures support continuous coaching?
A Different Perspective

Humility alone may not guarantee competence without action.

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