I didn't think anyone who had to demand respect ever got it.
It is not sufficient to be worthy of respect in order to be respected.
The only way to silence a room that's laughing at you is to sort of take over.
Power is sexy, not simply in its own right, but because it inspires self-confidence in its owner and a shiver of subservience on the part of those who approach it.
Giving orders you know won't be obeyed is one of the best ways I know to destroy your own authority.
I've always found when I was captain when other people were doing the talking for me, I didn't need to say as much, and when I did say one or two things, people tended to listen all the more.
Hee commands enough that obeyes a wise man.
A great leader also has the ability to make people an inch taller in his presence.
If you have to remind people you're the boss, I don't think you're going to be a very effective leader.
I am sir Oracle, and when I ope my lips, let no dog bark.
People are always casting me for what they call my 'authority.'
I really believe you can carry yourself in such a way that people don't notice you.
When I spoke, I was listened to; and I was at a loss to know how I had so easily acquired the art of commanding attention, and giving the tone to the conversation.
I am not an established name in Bollywood and hence I can't call the shots. In Kolkata, I have proved myself and am in a position in the industry where directors and producers easily listen to me.
I think there is a certain gravitas about me. My energy can be very big and yet contained.
