Contribution Quote by John C. Maxwell
“The english word thanks comes from the same root word as think. Maybe if leaders were more 'think-ful' about the contribution of others, they would be more 'thankful' to them.”
About This Quote
The word “thanks” shares a root with “think”; if leaders thought more about others’ contributions, they’d be more grateful.
In simple terms: Thanks and think share a root; thoughtful leaders become more grateful.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate thoughtful appreciation in leadership.
Themes
leadership
gratitude
language
mindfulness
Mood
inspirational
reflective
Type
leadership
cultural
When to use this quote
- team meetings
- performance reviews
- public acknowledgments
- null
Key Concepts
empathy
recognition
organizational culture
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you embed gratitude in daily leadership?
- What barriers exist to thoughtful appreciation?
A Different Perspective
Changing language habits can be slow.
