"In our daily life, we encounter people who are angry, deceitful, intent only on satisfying their own needs. There is so much anger, distrust, greed, and pettiness that we are losing our capacity to work well together."
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Quotes by Margaret J. Wheatley
Margaret J. Wheatley is a renowned organizational consultant, author, and speaker known for her transformative insights into leadership and community building. Born in 1934, she has dedicated her career to exploring the complexities of human systems and the power of relationships in fostering resilience. Wheatley's work, particularly her influential books like “Leadership and the New Science,” encourages leaders to embrace uncertainty and cultivate collaboration. Her legacy is one of inspiring individuals and organizations to harness their collective strength for meaningful change in an ever-evolving world.
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"When we can lay down our fear and anger and choose responses other than aggression, we create the conditions for bringing out the best in us humans."
Margaret J. Wheatley
"Determination, energy, and courage appear spontaneously when we care deeply about something. We take risks that are unimaginable in any other context."
Margaret J. Wheatley"In these troubled, uncertain times, we don't need more command and control; we need better means to engage everyone's intelligence in solving challenges and crises as they arise."
Margaret J. Wheatley
"Too many problem-solving sessions become battlegrounds where decisions are made based on power rather than intelligence."
Margaret J. Wheatley"We know from science that nothing in the universe exists as an isolated or independent entity."
Margaret J. Wheatley