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" People who add value to others do so intentionally. I say that because to add value, leaders must give of themselves, and that rarely occurs by accident. "
John C. Maxwell
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" Growth is the great separator between those who succeed and those who do not. When I see a person beginning to separate themselves from the pack, it's almost always due to personal growth. "
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" Educators take something simple and make it complicated. Communicators take something complicated and make it simple. "
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" The first time you say something, it's heard. The second time, it's recognized, and the third time it's learned. "
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" The greatest day in your life and mine is when we take total responsibility for our attitudes. That's the day we truly grow up. "
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" Talent grips us. We are overtaken by the beauty of Michelangelo's sculpture, riveted by Mariah Carey's angelic voice, doubled over in laughter by the comedy of Robin Williams, and captivated by the on screen performances of Denzel Washington. "
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" The best way a mentor can prepare another leader is to expose him or her to other great people. "
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" Teamwork makes the dream work, but a vision becomes a nightmare when the leader has a big dream and a bad team. "
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" Self-centered leaders manipulate when they move people for personal benefit. Mature leaders motivate by moving people for mutual benefit. "
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" A word of encouragement from a teacher to a child can change a life. A word of encouragement from a spouse can save a marriage. A word of encouragement from a leader can inspire a person to reach her potential. "
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" Most people don't like change. They revolt against it unless they can clearly see the advantage it brings. For that reason, when good leaders prepare to take action or make changes, they take people through a process to get them ready for it. "
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" Ranking among the greatest Christmas movie classics, 'It's a Wonderful Life' tells a beautiful story about the priceless value of relationships. "
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