Sunday, October 5, 2008

Food for Thought by Martin Luther King Jr.

Martin Luther King Jr at one time said:
Our lives begin to end the day we become silent about things that matter.


In reference to this comment, a recent author said:
Loyalty is not a synonym for blind obedience or mindless conformity, and taking a stand does not equate to being a troublemaker. After twenty years of studying successful businesses, we have learned that irreverence in an organization can be healthy. In fact, great leaders not only tolerate it, they need it, they want it, and they should expect it. Groupthink--even among the most cohesive and well intentioned members of a team - has been the source of monumental errors and tragic disasters.


What is everyone elses thoughts on this subject?

1 comment:

Rachel said...

I like that quote and agree with it 100%. I think part of being truly loyal means being truly honest. And honesty involves giving our honest opinions. Good leaders will listen to others views and opinions, they may not follow them, but they listen. Same goes for good friends, good spouses, etc.