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Lao Tzu

The wicked leader is he who the people despise. The good leader is he who the people revere. The great leader is he who the people say, 'We did it ourselves.'

Lao Tzu

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A bad leader is someone the people dislike and lose respect for, while a good leader earns their admiration. A truly great leader guides so well that the people feel empowered and believe their achievements are their own.

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