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If you are not criticized, you may not be doing much.

If you are not criticized, you may not be doing much.

Donald Rumsfeld
Inspirational, Motivational, Leadership
Quoted in N.Y. Times, 8 Jan. 2001. One of "Rumsfeld's Rules."

Don't necessarily avoid sharp edges. Occasionally they are necessary to leadership.

Donald Rumsfeld
Leadership, Rough Edges, Vision
Donald Rumsfeld (2001). “Public Statements of Donald H. Rumsfeld, Secretary of Defense, 2001”

In our system leadership is by consent, not command. To lead a President must persuade. Personal contacts and experiences help shape his thinking. They can be critical to his persuasiveness and thus to his leadership.

Donald Rumsfeld
Leadership, Thinking, President
Donald Rumsfeld (2001). “Public Statements of Donald H. Rumsfeld, Secretary of Defense, 2001”

Presidential leadership needn't always cost money. Look for low- and no-cost options. They can be surprisingly effective.

Donald Rumsfeld
Leadership, Presidential, Looks
Donald Rumsfeld (2001). “Public Statements of Donald H. Rumsfeld, Secretary of Defense, 2001”