I’d rather watch a Leader…

I don’t know who this poem is by, but it makes a very telling point. If you look at ‘how you act and how you live’, how would an observer judge you as a leader?

I’d rather watch a leader, than hear one any day.

I’d rather have one walk with me, than merely show the way.

The eye’s a better pupil and more willing than the ear.

Fine counsel is confusing, but example’s always clear.

And the best of all the coaches are the ones who live their creeds.

For to see the truth in action is what everybody needs.

I can soon learn how to do it, if you’ll let me see it done.

I can watch your hands in action, but your tongue too fast may run.

And the lectures you deliver may be very wise and true.

But, I’d rather get my lessons by observing what you do.

For I may misunderstand you and the high advice you give.

But there’s no misunderstanding how you act and how you live.

I’d rather watch a leader, than hear one any day.