When the best leader's work is done the people say, 'We did it ourselves.'

The quality of a leader is reflected in the standards they set for themselves.

A leader is best when people barely know he exists, when his work is done, his aim fulfilled, they will say: we did it ourselves.

If you command wisely, you'll be obeyed cheerfully.

Time is neutral and does not change things. With courage and initiative, leaders change things.

If you want a quality, act as if you already had it.

Hold yourself responsible for a higher standard than anybody expects of you. Never excuse yourself.

Millions saw the apple fall, but Newton was the one who asked why.

The very exercise of leadership fosters capacity for it.

I suppose leadership at one time meant muscles but today it means getting along with people.