A Quote by Warren G. Bennis

The leader has a clear idea of what he wants to do professionally and personally, and the strength to persist in the face of setbacks, even failures

Warren G. Bennis

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Clear Even Face Failures Idea Leader Persist Personally Professionally Setbacks Strength Wants

Quote Author

Warren G. Bennis
American - Author
March 8, 1925 - July 31, 2014

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