Century Quote by John P. Kotter
“Because management deals mostly with the status quo and leadership deals mostly with change, in the next century we are going to have to try to become much more skilled at creating leaders.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Accelerate, 2012
Leadership requires change‑making skills, while management maintains stability; future success depends on developing more leaders.
In simple terms: Leadership drives change, management sustains.
Cultivate leadership abilities.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- corporate strategy
- career advancement
- team building
- innovation
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you nurture leadership in a stable organization?
- What skills are essential for leading change?
May underestimate systemic barriers.