Andy Stanley Quotes

I gave out stars whenever an appropriate situation presented itself.

People who get involved with the success of something have to be given at least some share of that success.

A pat on the back is only a few vertebrae removed from a kick in the pants, but is miles ahead in results.

People need to know that what they're doing is making a difference and that their leaders notice and appreciate their efforts.

Making those around you feel invisible is the opposite of leadership.

The morale when I came in was not the best. It was because the agency had not been valued.

Most of us are not pure self-starters; most people need role models, they need coaches, they need exemplars, they maybe need some discipline or some rewards. We need to be motivated.

I guess I'm flattered that people think I can help get things done.

I've also long since realized that the way to really engage children is to give out prizes; it's amazing how it concentrates their minds.

If we're going to bring out the best in people, we, too, need to sow seeds of encouragement.

Correction does much, but encouragement does more.

The best way to inspire people to superior performance is to convince them by everything you do and by your everyday attitude that you are wholeheartedly supporting them.

Without pay, no human being will work up to their ability if he or she is not cared for and respected.

A pat on the back, through only a few vertebrae removed from a kick in the pants, is miles ahead in results.

I don't do 'gamification,' and I'm not prepared to stand up and say, 'I think it works.'

If you are a leader, you should never forget that everyone needs encouragement. And everyone who receives it - young or old, successful or less-than-successful, unknown or famous - is changed by it.

I consider my ability to arouse enthusiasm among men the greatest asset I possess. The way to develop the best that is in a man is by appreciation and encouragement.

If you can't reward, then you should thank.

May Honor be given to whom Honor may be due.

Brownie, you're doing a heck of a job!

You've got to understand, people are motivated by fun. And they should be.

People want to feel understood by their leaders.

I don't sing for awards, I sing for rewards!

I think it's important for these guys to know we love them and care about them and at the end of the day, that's going to motivate them to want to lead, play harder, and all the things we ask them to do. Which is a lot.

If somebody says I'm a leader or notices the things I try to do to be a leader, it's the ultimate compliment.