No one ever teaches well who wants to teach, or governs well who wants to govern. — Plato

No one ever teaches well who wants to teach, or governs well who wants to govern.

Author: Plato

Insight: The best teachers and leaders often reluctant—they're too busy questioning themselves to get drunk on authority. When someone's desperate to lead, they're usually compensating for doubt, not confidence. Watch who avoids the spotlight; they're often the ones most worth following.

Source: Republic, 347c

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No one ever teaches well who wants to teach, or governs well who wants to govern.

PlatoRepublic, 347c

Insight

The best teachers and leaders often reluctant—they're too busy questioning themselves to get drunk on authority. When someone's desperate to lead, they're usually compensating for doubt, not confidence. Watch who avoids the spotlight; they're often the ones most worth following.

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Plato

Plato was an ancient Greek philosopher and mathematician, born around 428 BC in Athens, Greece. He is known for founding the Academy in Athens, one of the first institutions of higher learning in the Western world. Plato's philosophical works, including "The Republic" and "The Symposium," continue to be highly influential in Western philosophy.

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