James Altucher Quotes

Be the chief but never the lord.

I was not a presider; I was a leader.

Leaders must lead.

I like being a boss.

I'm a leader.

I don't think you can underestimate the impact of the gaffer.

Gotta watch out for directors.

I like control.

We herd sheep, we drive cattle, we lead people. Lead me, follow me, or get out of my way.

I always liked the idea of leadership and being a captain.

To be a leader of men one must turn one's back on men.

Leadership is a matter of having people look at you and gain confidence, seeing how you react. If you're in control, they're in control.

I'm not in charge of making moves, you know. I'm in charge of coaching.

… essentially lacking in the quality of leadership.

Leadership doesn't amount to much unless you have followers.

Offset is a boss.

I'm used to the natural role of a quarterback where everyone looks to you.

I want to be the guy calling the shots.

I am better when I have control. I am not a power freak. But my point is that I need to feel that I can manage the team and have a direct, clear line through to the owners. Once that becomes hazy, for me, there is a problem.

All men are created to lead, but we need somebody to lead us.

The practice of leadership is not the same as the exercise of power.

No one can move without some leadership.

A Coach must never forget that he is a leader and not merely a person with authority.

We were not born to sue, but to command.

I like being in charge of the remote control.