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How To Be A Leader (According To Plutarch)

The Daily Stoic

CHAPTER

The True Essence of Leadership

This chapter explores the nature of leadership by contrasting historical figures and their approaches to governance. It argues that genuine leadership stems from self-governance, moral character, and a commitment to serving justice rather than seeking dominance. Through historical examples, the chapter illustrates that true leaders prioritize the well-being of others and embody virtue over mere authority.

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