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“A man must be big enough to admit his mistakes, smart enough to profit from them, and strong enough to correct them.” quote by John C. Maxwell
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“A man must be big enough to admit his mistakes, smart enough to profit from them, and strong enough to correct them.”

John C. Maxwell

About This Quote

Source Book: Leadership Lessons, 1999

Great leaders admit mistakes, learn from them, and correct them.

In simple terms: Admit, learn, and fix errors.

Key Takeaway

Embrace growth through humility.

Themes

leadership mistakes growth integrity

Mood

encouraging practical

Type

guide philosophical

When to use this quote

  • team management
  • personal development
  • coaching
  • conflict resolution

Key Concepts

self‑improvement accountability

Questions to Reflect On

  • How to foster a culture of error‑learning?
  • What systems support corrective action?
A Different Perspective

Pride can hinder admission.

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