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Apr 25

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9 Original Quotes To Make You a Better Boss

1. Humility cleans your mirror.

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I’ve studied and practiced leadership for 25 years in military, corporate, and volunteer settings and have written over 200 articles on it.

In that time, I’ve developed some favorite quotes that capture leadership truths concisely. Some of them are common sayings but adapted to leadership. Most are original.

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Max Klein

Family Man. Leader. MBA Strategy and Management. Marine Corps Veteran. Winemaker. emaxklein@icloud.com

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