John Baldoni Quotes & Sayings

The roots of effective leadership lie in simple things, one of which is listening. Listening to someone demonstrates respect; it shows that you value their ideas and are willing to hear them. — John Baldoni

The words a leader speaks are important, of course. But how they're delivered can make all the difference, especially in tough times. — John Baldoni

Leaders are creatures of their environment, but unlike most creatures, they are also movers of it. As movers of and within the organization, they push it forward, at the same time shaping it as much as it shapes them. — John Baldoni

Leadership is the behavior each of us exerts when we take responsibility for our actions and their consequences. — John Baldoni

Leadership is an active, living process. It is rooted in character, forged by experience, and communicated by example. — John Baldoni

Heroism is not blind courage: it is selfless action. it is knowing the odds are stacked against you, but feeling that you must do what you do for the good of others. — John Baldoni

Leadership embraces activism; it is the outcome of a purposeful pursuit of goals. — John Baldoni

People who believe in themselves and in a cause greater than themselves can achieve great things-as long as they have a well-intentioned leader to point them in the right direction. — John Baldoni

give a reason for people to believe in what you stand for. — John Baldoni

Three things a leader or manager should be thinking: What's happening? What's not happening? and What can I do to influence the outcome? — John Baldoni