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Dalai Lama's thinking on Leadership goes deeper than surface-level advice. This curated archive brings together their essential quotes on the subject, revealing patterns and principles you can apply immediately. Each entry includes full source context, allowing you to understand not just what they said, but why it matters. Whether you're navigating challenges or pursuing mastery, these insights offer the mental models you need to think clearly about Leadership.
"To achieve global peace, nations must sacrifice some of their narrow national interests."
"The world doesn't belong to leaders. The world belongs to all humanity."
"We must be willing to sacrifice our own convenience to protect the environment for future generations."
"Give the ones you love wings to fly, roots to come back, and reasons to stay; this is the essence of leadership."
"The world belongs to humanity, not this leader or that leader. The world belongs to humanity."
"Open your arms to change, but don't let go of your values."
"If you think you are too small to make a difference, try sleeping with a mosquito."
"A creative solution is one that benefits the greatest number of people."
"A leader without compassion is like a tree without roots; it may stand for a while, but it will eventually fall."
"Money is a tool, but it should not be our master."
"In our struggle for freedom, truth is the only weapon we possess."
"Wisdom is knowing that your own success depends on the success of others."
"To serve others effectively, one must often sacrifice personal leisure for the sake of the community."
"Be kind whenever possible. It is always possible."
"Leadership is about taking care of those in your charge, ensuring their well-being as much as the organization's goals."
"If you want others to be happy, practice compassion. If you want to be happy, practice compassion."
"Lack of transparency results in distrust and a deep sense of insecurity."
"A compassionate business is a sustainable business because it builds trust and loyalty."
"One should use wealth for the benefit of all sentient beings."
"True leadership is the ability to sacrifice one's own fame for the progress of the people."
"Compassion and tolerance are not a sign of weakness, but a sign of strength."
"The way to change others' minds is with affection, and not anger."
"When we are motivated by compassion and wisdom, the results of our actions benefit everyone, not just our individual selves or some immediate convenience."
"An ethical leader is one who considers the long-term consequences of their decisions on all stakeholders."
"Technology should be the servant of humanity, not its master."
"The more you are motivated by love, the more fearless and free your action will be."
"With patience, even the most difficult person can be understood."
"A person who lacks patience is like a ship without a rudder."
"In the practice of tolerance, one's enemy is the best teacher."
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