On the recordJanuary 1, 1900
An excellent test is afforded by the readiness which the man has shown to take responsibility in any emergency in the past.
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gutenberg.orgTeddy Roosevelt: “An excellent test is afforded by the readiness which the man has shown to take responsibility in any emergency in the…”
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From an essay on effective leadership, this passage identifies a leader's past willingness to assume responsibility during crises as a crucial measure of their capability.
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