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Great leaders are almost always great simplifiers, who can cut through argument, debate and doubt, to offer a solution everybody can understand.

Colin Powell

 American Statesman

Have fun in your command. Don't always run at a breakneck pace. Take leave when you've earned it: Spend time with your families.

Colin Powell

 

Organization doesn't really accomplish anything. Plans don't accomplish anything, either. Theories of management don't much matter. Endeavors succeed or fail because of the people involved. Only by attracting the best people will you accomplish great deeds.

Colin Powell

 

There are no secrets to success. It is the result of preparation, hard work, and learning from failure.

Colin Powell

 American Statesman Failure inspirational Motivational Quote of the Day

Fit no stereotypes. Don't chase the latest management fads. The situation dictates which approach best accomplishes the team's mission.

Colin Powell

 American Statesman

Never neglect details. When everyone's mind is dulled or distracted the leader must be doubly vigilant.

Colin Powell

 American Statesman

The healthiest competition occurs when average people win by putting above average effort.

Colin Powell

 American Statesman

not a one-size fits all proposition.

Colin Powell

 

And how jihad has to be practiced in the context of helping people: education, health care, taking care of people.

Colin Powell

 Education

Surround yourself with people who take their work seriously, but not themselves, those who work hard and play hard.

Colin Powell

 American Statesman Hard