Facts Quote by Warren G. Bennis
“Great groups give the lie to the remarkably persistent but incorrect notion that successful organizations are the lengthened shadow of a great woman or man. However, each great group has a strong leader. In fact, great groups and great leaders create each other.”
About This Quote
Source Book: On Becoming a Leader by Warren G. Bennis, 1989
Great groups and strong leaders reinforce each other, disproving the myth that success stems solely from a single great person.
In simple terms: Groups and leaders co‑create success.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate both strong teams and leadership.
Themes
leadership
teamwork
mythbusting
collaboration
Mood
inspired
reflective
Type
advisory
motivational
When to use this quote
- building a startup
- managing a department
- nonprofit governance
- sports team
- political campaign
Key Concepts
organizational dynamics
mutual reinforcement
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you foster leadership within your team?
- What habits sustain a high‑performing group?
A Different Perspective
Strong leaders alone cannot guarantee success without a supportive group.
