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“Never ask anyone to do what you haven't done before and wouldn't do again. That's a pretty fundamental rule in leadership... treat them like you treat yourself. Things you don't like, they don't like.” quote by Ross Perot
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“Never ask anyone to do what you haven't done before and wouldn't do again. That's a pretty fundamental rule in leadership... treat them like you treat yourself. Things you don't like, they don't like.”

Ross Perot

About This Quote

Leaders should not assign tasks they haven’t personally undertaken and would not repeat, treating others as they would themselves, respecting shared dislikes.

In simple terms: Treat others as you’d want to be treated in work.

Key Takeaway

Lead by example and empathy.

Themes

leadership empathy fairness

Mood

motivational pragmatic

Type

advice leadership

When to use this quote

  • management training
  • project delegation
  • conflict resolution
  • organizational culture

Key Concepts

ethical leadership personal responsibility team dynamics

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can you ensure fairness while leveraging diverse strengths?
  • What steps help you understand others’ preferences?
A Different Perspective

May limit flexibility when expertise differs.

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