Quotes in leadership

Effective leadership is not about making speeches or being liked; leadership is defined by results not attributes.

The art of leadership is saying no, not yes. It is very easy to say yes.

Don't be evil. We believe strongly that in the long term, we will be better served - as shareholders and in all other ways - by a company that does good things for the world even if we forgo some short term gains. This is an important aspect of our culture and is broadly shared within the company.

No easy problems ever come to the President of the United States. If they are easy to solve, someone else has solved them.

Divide and rule, a sound motto. Unite and lead, a better one.

What luck for rulers that men do not think.

Management is nothing more than motivating other people.

I've got to follow them - I am their leader.

Leadership is based on inspiration, not domination; on cooperation, not intimidation.

Leadership defines what the future should look like, aligns people with that vision, and inspires them to make it happen despite the obstacles.