Lao Tzu Quotes for Leaders
Lao Tzu was a Chinese philosopher who is credited by many as the founder of Taoism. Taoism was developed as early as 500 BCE. In addition to a philosophical school of thought, it was transformed into a religion in China in the early 1000’s AD.
The wisdom of Lao Tzu presented below is designed to be viewed through the lens of the leader. You’ll find quotes about execution, mindset, leadership, and human nature.
Enjoy these Lao Tzu Quotes for Leaders
Do difficult things while they are easy and do great things while they are small.
Lao Tzu
A journey of a thousand miles must begin with a single step.
Lao Tzu
The journey of a thousand miles begins with one step.
Lao Tzu
When I let go of what I am, I become what I might be.
Lao Tzu
Mastering others is strength. Mastering yourself is true power.
Lao Tzu
When you are content to be simply yourself and don’t compare or compete, everyone will respect you.
Lao Tzu
Care about what other people think and you’ll always be their prisoner.
Lao Tzu
If you realize that all things change, there is nothing you will try to hold on to. If you are not afraid of dying, there is nothing you cannot achieve.
Lao Tzu
Great acts are made up of small deeds.
Lao Tzu
People in handling of affairs often fail when they are about to succeed. If one remains as careful at the end as he was at the beginning, there will be no failure.
Lao Tzu
A leader is best when people barely know he exists. When his work is done, his aim fulfilled, they will all say: We did it ourselves.
Lao Tzu
I have three precious things which I hold fast and prize. The first is gentleness; the second is frugality; the third is humility, which keeps me from putting myself before others. Be gentle and you can be bold; be frugal and you can be liberal; avoid putting yourself before others and you can become a leader among men.
Lao Tzu
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Our favorite is the quote about leading people so they “barely know he exists.”
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