What Makes a Leader? (Harvard Business Review Classics)

by Daniel Goleman

people with high motivation remain optimistic even when the score is against them. In such cases, self-regulation combines with achievement motivation to overcome the frustration and depression that come after a setback or failure.

optimism and organizational commitment are fundamental to leadership—just try to imagine running a company without them.

people who are driven to achieve tend to be optimistic, even in the face of setbacks or failure. When people are upbeat, their “glow” is cast upon conversations and other social encounters. They are popular, and for good reason.

Strong drive to achieve optimism, even in the face of failure organizational commitment