Cost Quote by Warren G. Bennis
“What job is worth the enormous psychic cost of following a leader who values loyalty in the narrowest sense.”
About This Quote
Source Book: On Leadership, 1990
The quote questions the value of loyalty when it demands personal sacrifice, suggesting that blind allegiance can be costly.
In simple terms: Blind loyalty can be psychologically costly.
Key Takeaway
Weigh loyalty against personal well‑being.
Themes
leadership
loyalty
psychology
cost
ethics
Mood
critical
contemplative
Type
philosophical
analytical
When to use this quote
- corporate teams
- political movements
- military units
- non‑profits
Key Concepts
servant leadership
psychological safety
ethical decision‑making
Questions to Reflect On
- When is loyalty worth the cost?
- How can leaders foster healthy loyalty?
A Different Perspective
May ignore benefits of loyalty.
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