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James Humes

One secret of leadership is that the mind of a leader never turns off. Leaders even when they are sightseers or spectators, are active not passive observers.

James Humes

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A leader is always thinking and analyzing, even during moments of rest or leisure. They pay close attention to their surroundings and use every experience as an opportunity to learn or make decisions.

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