"The true test of a leader is whether his followers will adhere to his cause from their own volition, enduring the most arduous hardships without being forced to do so, and remaining steadfast in the moments of greatest peril."
- XenophonThe ancient Greek historian and philosopher Xenophon once articulated a profound concept regarding leadership. According to him, the real test of a leader is not how well they can order or pressure others, but rather how voluntarily their followers stick with them. Consider a ship's captain navigati…