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The task of the leader is to get his people from where they are to where they have not been.

A Quote By Henry Kissinger

Henry Kissinger

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Henry Kissinger
Former US Secretary Of State And National Security Advisor
Henry Kissinger, Nobel laureate and former U.S. Secretary of State, played a key role in shaping 20th-century diplomacy with a realpolitik approach.
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This quote defines a leader’s role as guiding and inspiring their followers toward new and uncharted territories or achievements. It underscores the visionary aspect of leadership.
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