Tag Archives: Kahlil Gibran

On the Joy and Power of Dreams

Kahlil Gibran said, “Trust the dreams, for in them is hidden the gate to eternity.” His words beckon us to embark on a journey of self-discovery, purpose, and boundless potential. Dreams are not mere fleeting thoughts of the night; they … Continue reading

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On the Meaning of Significance in the Life of a Great Leader

A dear friend, a senior executive of a major financial institution, once shared with me a problem with which he was struggling. He said that while he had been very fortunate in life in terms of the great successes he … Continue reading

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On Self-Knowledge

“Knowing yourself is the beginning of wisdom,” wrote Aristotle. Lao Tzu tells us: “He who knows others is wise; he who knows himself is enlightened.” And from the inscription in the forecourt of the Temple Apollo at Delphi we read: “Know thyself.” It is the starting point of the great leader’s learning … Continue reading

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Three Minute Leadership: Looking at the Stars

In his 1893 play, Lady Windermere’s Fan, Oscar Wilde wrote:  “We are all is the gutter, but some of us are looking at the stars.” While not a positive picture of a state of life, the poignant statement beautifully captures … Continue reading

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