Leadership Quotes

What separates leaders from the crowd? These words from history's most influential figures reveal the answer.

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"The most important thing is to focus on what you do best and delegate the rest."
Larry Ellison
"Leadership is getting people to work for you when they are not obligated to do so."
Larry Ellison
"We hire people smarter than ourselves."
Larry Ellison
"Great leaders are almost always great simplifiers."
Larry Ellison
"Build a culture of excellence."
Larry Ellison
"Surround yourself with smart people."
Larry Ellison
"Invest in your people."
Larry Ellison
"Create value for all stakeholders."
Larry Ellison
"Your team is your greatest asset."
Larry Ellison
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"Culture is built one interaction at a time."
Evan Spiegel
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"The best ideas often come from listening to your users."
Evan Spiegel
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"Speed in decision-making is more valuable than perfection."
Evan Spiegel
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"Every decision we make reflects what we believe about communication."
Evan Spiegel
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"Your team's culture determines your product's culture."
Evan Spiegel
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"Your values are your competitive advantage."
Evan Spiegel
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"We need women at all levels, including the top, to change the dynamic, reshape the conversation, to make sure women's voices are heard and heeded, not just counted."
Sheryl Sandberg
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"I truly believe that women belong at all decision-making tables. Not because we're naturally better, but because we bring different perspectives."
Sheryl Sandberg
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"If you don't have a seat at the table, you're probably on the menu."
Sheryl Sandberg
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"Don't wait for someone to give you permission to lead. Lead anyway."
Sheryl Sandberg
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"Every woman has the potential to be a leader. The question is whether she believes it."
Sheryl Sandberg
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"I love this company. I love the mission we're on. I think we can change the world."
Steve Ballmer
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"You cannot have a sustainable company if you don't have a sustainable model."
Steve Ballmer
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"Great companies are built on passion and purpose."
Steve Ballmer
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"The key to success is finding people who are smarter than you."
Steve Ballmer
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"Every employee needs to understand the mission and believe in it."
Steve Ballmer
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"You need to invest in people and culture."
Steve Ballmer
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"Great leaders inspire people to believe in themselves."
Steve Ballmer
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"You need to have a clear vision and purpose."
Steve Ballmer
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"Great companies start with a great idea and great people."
Steve Ballmer
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"The best investment is in people."
Steve Ballmer