"The first responsibility of a leader is to define reality. The last is to say thank you. In between, the leader is a servant."
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Quotes by Max de Pree
Max de Pree (1924-2017) was a transformative American businessman and author, best known for his leadership role as CEO of Herman Miller, Inc., a pioneering furniture company. His innovative approach to management and design emphasized the importance of people in the workplace, a philosophy encapsulated in his influential writings, such as "Leadership Is an Art." De Pree's legacy endures through his commitment to values-driven leadership and corporate culture, inspiring future generations in both business and personal development.
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"The signs of outstanding leadership appear primarily among the followers. Are the followers reaching their potential? Are they learning? Serving? Do they achieve the required results? Do they change with grace? Manage conflict?"
Max de Pree
"We need to give each other the space to grow, to be ourselves, to exercise our diversity. We need to give each other space so that we may both give and receive such beautiful things as ideas, openness, dignity, joy, healing, and inclusion."
Max de Pree