When people get rich, they cut themselves off from the context that has earned them these riches - the context of the common men. They forget they are part of society.
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The future of any corporation is as good as the value system of the leaders and followers in the organization.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The success of a corporation depends on the principles upheld by its leaders and members.
N. R. Narayana Murthy emphasizes that the ethical standards and value systems of both leaders and followers shape the future of any organization. A strong moral compass and shared values drive success and foster a positive organizational culture, influencing decision-making and overall performance.
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LeadershipValuesCorporationFutureSuccess
In practice
Example use cases
In a keynote address on corporate ethics, one might say, 'As N. R. Narayana Murthy stated, the future of any corporation is as good as the value system of its leaders and followers.'
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