How many on their deathbeds wished they'd spent more time at the office - or watching TV? The answer is, No one.
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We need to have business leaders who live by deep, strong principles.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Business leaders should uphold strong ethical principles.
This quote by Stephen Covey emphasizes the importance of integrity and strong ethical principles in business leadership. It suggests that effective leaders are those who are guided by deep values, which not only shape their decisions but also set a standard for their organizations and inspire trust among employees and stakeholders.
Themes
LeadershipPrinciplesBusinessIntegrityEthics
In practice
Example use cases
In a business seminar focusing on ethical leadership.
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