Good Quote by Marshall Goldsmith
“The only thing I don't think people don't understand about good leaders is that they're both good and lucky. A lot of it is timing.”
About This Quote
Source Book: What Got You Here Won't Get You There, Marshall Goldsmith, 2007
Good leadership blends competence with luck, especially timing, highlighting the role of circumstance.
In simple terms: Leadership needs skill and luck, especially timing.
Cultivate skill and seize timing.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- career advancement
- team management
- strategic planning
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can leaders prepare for timing?
- What role does luck play in your success?
Relying on luck can undermine accountability.