Chiefs Quote by John Stott
“The chief occupational hazard of leadership is pride.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Spirit of the Disciplines, 1991
Leadership's main danger is pride, which can blind leaders and corrupt their judgment.
In simple terms: Pride is the biggest risk for leaders.
Key Takeaway
Guard against pride and stay humble.
Themes
leadership
pride
humility
risk
character
Mood
cautionary
inspirational
Type
leadership
ethical.
When to use this quote
- team management
- organizational decision making
- public service
Key Concepts
hubris
self-awareness
ethical leadership
Questions to Reflect On
- How can leaders regularly check their own pride?
- What structures help keep leaders accountable?
A Different Perspective
Pride can be subtle and hard to detect.
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