A leader must lead. Where others see obstacles, he must see opportunities. When others see problems, he must see possibilities ... Civilization is not built on a negation but on an affirmation- an affirmation of the bright and promising possibilities that the future holds for those who are enterprising enough to pursue them. David J. Vaughan
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Theodore Roosevelt said: “A leader must lead. Where others see obstacles, he must see opportunities. When others see problems, he must see possibilities.” If we can look at the world as a whole and see problems that we can solve and opportunities that we can pursue, we will be able to make better decisions as a group and as individuals. A leader is someone who sees the best in the people around him and who has confidence in their ability to conquer whatever obstacles may come their way.

Source: Give Me Liberty: The Uncompromising Statesmanship Of Patrick Henry

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