“Leadership is a potent combination of strategy and character. But if you must be without one, be without the strategy.”
~ Norman Schwarzkopf
In a world driven by data, metrics, and well-crafted plans, it is easy to believe that strategy alone defines success. But true leadership goes deeper—it is built on trust, integrity, and the courage to stand by one's principles, even when the path forward is unclear.
Character is what inspires loyalty, empowers teams, and endures long after the details of a strategy are forgotten. It is the quiet force that shapes decisions and fosters a culture of respect and resilience.