Exert Quote by Katharine Graham
“Whatever power I exert is collegial.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Remarks at the National Press Club, 1972
Leadership is most effective when it is shared and collaborative rather than authoritarian.
In simple terms: Good leadership is shared.
Key Takeaway
Share authority and collaborate.
Themes
leadership
collaboration
power
teamwork
Mood
thoughtful
inspired
Type
advice
motivational
When to use this quote
- corporate meetings
- nonprofit boards
- government committees
- project teams
Key Concepts
shared governance
collective decisionmaking
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you encourage shared decisionmaking in your group?
- What barriers exist to collegial power?
A Different Perspective
Collaboration can be slowed by conflicting egos and unclear responsibilities.
