21 Quotes for Executives and Leaders to Inspire Civility at Work

Organizations that embed a culture of civility, essential to appreciating our differences, will be the clear winners in the AI age of management and leadership.

Civility can transform workplaces, enhance collaboration, and unlock the full potential of every team member. It seems more essential today than ever before.

Before we jump into the quotes, let's take a moment to understand why civility is the topic of our time. In the AI-management era, where automation and technology are at the forefront, it's crucial to remember the human element.

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21 Quotes To Inspire Civility at Work

1. Civility costs nothing and buys everything. – Mary Wortley Montagu
2. Without civility, we lose our sense of community. – Condoleezza Rice
3. Politeness is a sign of dignity, not subservience. – Theodore Roosevelt
4. Kindness is the language that the deaf can hear and the blind can see. – Mark Twain
5. Respect is how to treat everyone, not just those you want to impress. – Richard Branson
6. Civility is not a sign of weakness. – John F. Kennedy
7. We have all known the long loneliness, and we have found that the answer is community. – Dorothy Day
8. The strength of the team is each individual member. The strength of each member is the team. – Phil Jackson
9. Leadership is not about being in charge. It is about taking care of those in your charge. – Simon Sinek
10. True humility is not thinking less of yourself; it is thinking of yourself less. – C.S. Lewis
11. It's not the load that breaks you down; it's the way you carry it. – Lou Holtz
12. Alone we can do so little; together we can do so much. – Helen Keller
13. To handle yourself, use your head; to handle others, use your heart. – Eleanor Roosevelt
14. The function of leadership is to produce more leaders, not more followers – Ralph Nader
15. Respect for ourselves guides our morals; respect for others guides our manners. – Laurence Sterne
16. Politeness is the first step toward advancing both personal and professional relationships. – A. N. Author
17. How people treat you is their karma; how you react is yours. – Wayne Dyer
18. If you want to lift yourself up, lift up someone else. – Booker T. Washington
19. A genuine leader is not a searcher for consensus but a molder of consensus. – Martin Luther King Jr.
20. Respect for ourselves guides our morals; respect for others guides our manners. – Laurence Sterne
21. With all things and in all things, we are relatives. - Lakota Proverb    

Conclusion

Incorporating these quotes into your leadership philosophy can guide you in creating a more civil and effective workplace culture. For a deeper exploration of how civility can transform your organization, check out The People Dividend: Leadership Strategies for Unlocking Potential on Amazon. Let's lead the change toward a more inclusive and respectful work environment.

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