I have never known any distress that an hour's reading did not relieve.
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The sublimity of administration consists in knowing the proper degree of power that should be exerted on different occasions.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Effective leadership requires understanding how much authority to use in various situations.
This quote by Baron De Montesquieu emphasizes the importance of discernment in leadership roles. It suggests that true mastery in administration involves knowing when to exert power and control, and when to be more lenient and flexible, adapting one's approach to suit the context and the needs of the moment.
Themes
LeadershipPowerAdministrationDiscernmentSituation
In practice
Example use cases
Discussing effective leadership strategies in a management seminar.
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