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1 " Leaders are like lecturers. They can either stand in front and teach, or be at the centre and facilitate or even be at the back and invigilate. Their task is to ensure what needs to be done gets done at the right time. "
― Gift Gugu Mona , The Effective Leadership Prototype for a Modern Day Leader
2 " Leadership is like fatherhood. It does not have to be biological. It just has to be logical. "
3 " A powerful leader knows how to take the fall for the benefit of his followers. He can never shift any blame because he knows the dynamics of being a prominent figure. "
4 " Leadership requires one to make decisions that may not be liked by everyone, but great leaders always ensure that the choices they make will benefit anyone. "
5 " Authentic leadership is seen when the followers are loyal to the leader, not because of their fondness but due to the impact made by that leader. "
6 " Leadership is the willingness to learn every day and implement the lessons learnt in the right way. "
7 " Leadership requires a willingness to learn every day. Learning never stops for leaders who are willing to be effective. "
8 " Conscious leaders know how to curtail any confusion because they are clear about what needs to be done and how it should be done. "
9 " Great leaders are always mindful of the need to be accountable. Whatever they do is within the ambit of the law. Not only do they abide by the rules of law, but they also adhere to ethical principles. "
10 " Leadership is not a sports game. That is why it does not require players. It only requires role players because leadership is about real life. "
11 " Great leaders should be remembered for two things; their greatness and goodness to the people they served. "
12 " Transformational leaders are inspired by goals, motivated by challenges and dedicated to their followers. "
13 " Leadership is the ability to follow the right path and show others the right way without being swayed in the wrong way. "
14 " Successful leaders are those who empower impoverished communities to succeed in improving their lives. "
15 " Leadership is all about responding to the needs of the followers. If that does not happen, then there is no leadership at all. "
16 " Leadership is not just about the position. It is about being in a position to lead others. "
17 " Conscious leaders choose to be honest even when everyone else suspects them of being dishonest. "
18 " Conscious leadership demands commitment. Without commitment, leaders become chaotic. "
19 " Conscious leadership is a trait that is common among leaders who are not self-centred. "
20 " Conscious leadership is about being able to stay calm in times of confusion and ensuring no further confusion is created for those who are following. "