The condition of leadership adds new degrees of solitariness to the basic solitude of mankind. Every order that we issue increases the extent to which we are alone, and every show of deference which is extended to us separates us from our fellows.

Thornton Wilder
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When we're in a leadership position, we're often given more freedom and autonomy than our colleagues. And we often have the ability to work on projects that don't necessarily interest or benefit others in the company. We also have the freedom to be more private and isolated than our colleagues, which can make our life as a leader seem even lonelier.

Source: The Ides Of March

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