Quotes about Character

So much of leadership relies on good character. Trust is created through it. Talent is protected by it. Internal peace is fostered by it.

Adversity doesn't build character; it reveals it.

Integrity: The leader's life and words match. Justice: The leader rejects dishonest gain. Convictions: The leader's values won't allow him or her to accept bribes. Positive focus: The leader refuses to dwell on destructive issues. Pure: The leader disciplines his or her mind to remain clean and pure. Secure: The leader is firm, stable in his identity and source of strength. The Maxwell Leadership Bible

Value self-improvement above self-promotion. King Solomon of ancient Israel said, "Let instruction and knowledge mean more to you than silver or the finest gold. Wisdom is worth much more than precious jewels or anything else you desire." Make your next career move based on how it will improve you personally rather than how it will enhance you financially.

There are really only three kinds of people. Those who don't succeed, those who achieve success temporarily, and those who become and remain successful. Character is the only way to sustain success.

The best way to become a person that others are drawn to is to develop qualities that we are attracted to in others.

As you move forward on the success journey, you need to remember that what happens in you is more important than what happens to you.

A lot goes into an attitude—but a lot more comes out of it!

People don't expect their leaders to be perfect, but they do expect them to be honest. If

What you believe identifies who you are.

REAL: relationships, equipping, attitude, and leadership.

Thomas Macauley said, "The measure of a man's real character is what he would do if he would never be found out." Life is like a vise; at times it will squeeze us. At those moments of pressure, whatever is inside will be found out. We cannot give what we do not have. Image promises much but produces little. Integrity never disappoints.