Art Quote by Napoleon Bonaparte
“The most difficult art is not in the choice of men, but in giving to the men chosen the highest service of which they are capable.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Address to the French Army, 1805
True service lies in giving the chosen people the highest possible contribution, not merely in selecting them.
In simple terms: Serve those you lead with your best abilities.
Provide your utmost service to those you lead.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- military command
- corporate management
- public service
- team projects
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can leaders assess the best ways to serve their teams?
- What obstacles prevent delivering highest quality service?
Ideal service may be limited by resources or differing capacities.