Leadership in a nutshell: Politician vs. Statesman
February 8, 2008 by Miki Saxon
Politicians talk it — Statesmen walk it
Politicians run to win — Statesmen run to serve
Politicians are ideologues — Statesmen are open-minded
Politicians, “it’s all about me” — Statesmen, “it’s all about them”
Politicians focus on the next election — Statesmen focus on the future
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Politicians posture – Statesmen act.
Cameron, That’s EXCELLENT!
Statesmen do – Politicians shouldn’t
A Statesman leads from in front of the people – A politician tries to influence and pander behind-the-scenes
Statesmen do what’s right and correct – Politicians do what is expediant and popular
Those who can’t commit, committie
Hi Victor, good points, especially the first, and I absolutely LOVE the last one. Very true and well said!
Thanks for taking time to add your thoughts.