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Bill Owens

11 quotes

Not every great thinker makes it into the history books, but Bill Owens's words speak for themselves. Their thinking spans from Leadership to Government, revealing a mind that refused to stay in one lane. Discover 14 of Bill Owens's most memorable quotes, ranging across Leadership, Government, Faith, Technology, and Success. A favorite of many readers: "All the faith and good will in the world is wasted without direction."

“In this new century, our commitment to family and to faith, to community and opportunity, to freedom and to hope, will be the light that shines to lead us forward.”

— Bill Owens

Faith

All Quotes by Bill Owens

“As a governor, I am naturally inclined to focus on the domestic side of protecting the United States.”

— Bill Owens

Government

“We know that, when it comes to technology and the economy, if you're not constantly moving forward, then - without a doubt - you're moving backwards.”

— Bill Owens

Technology

“True leadership lies in guiding others to success. In ensuring that everyone is performing at their best, doing the work they are pledged to do and doing it well.”

— Bill Owens

Leadership

“Families are the tie that reminds us of yesterday, provide strength and support today, and give us hope for tomorrow. No government, no matter how well-intentioned, or well-managed, can provide what our families provide.”

— Bill Owens

Hope

“Leadership is an active role 'lead' is a verb. But the leader who tries to do it all is headed for burnout, and in a powerful hurry.”

— Bill Owens

Leadership

“All the faith and good will in the world is wasted without direction.”

— Bill Owens

Faith

“Leadership offers an opportunity to make a difference in someone's life, no matter what the project.”

— Bill Owens

Leadership

“Americans no longer look to government for economic security rather, they look to their portfolios.”

— Bill Owens

Government

“Actions, not words, are the ultimate results of leadership.”

— Bill Owens

Leadership

“In this new century, our commitment to family and to faith, to community and opportunity, to freedom and to hope, will be the light that shines to lead us forward.”

— Bill Owens

Faith

“Freedom is contagious. That's why despots fear it so much.”

— Bill Owens

Fear