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or ill. The leader cuts corners, they cut corners. The leader performs only when he or she feels like it, they perform only when they feel like it. However, when the leader pays the price, shows up early, keeps promises, and delivers the goods consistently, then most of the people on the team strive to do likewise. Consistency Compounds I started speaking publicly in 1968. I made a commitment to train leaders in 1976. I started writing books in 1979. And I began developing and creating resources in 1984. Each time I added another leadership objective, I didn’t neglect the previous one. I kept working at it. I now look back and am surprised by what I’ve accomplished. I’ve spoken