Execution Quote by Leo Tolstoy
“Power, from the standpoint of experience, is merely the relation that exists between the expression of someone's will and the execution of that will by others.”
About This Quote
Source Novel: War and Peace, 1869
Power is the link between will expression and others' execution of that will.
In simple terms: Power connects will and action.
Key Takeaway
Understand how influence works.
Themes
power
will
influence
Mood
analytical
philosophical
Type
theoretical
reflective
When to use this quote
- politics
- business
- relationships
- leadership
- null
Key Concepts
authority
social dynamics
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you wield influence responsibly?
- What checks exist on power?
A Different Perspective
Power can be abused or limited.
