2ND IS SOMETIMES BEST

"But it is better to fail in originality than to succeed in imitation."

Herman Melville (1819-1891) American writer.

Depends on how you define "originality" and particularly "imitation".

In business, being a close follower, eliminating mistakes of those whose first-to-market product was good but not great, is a tried and true strategy for success. 

Follow Me, I'll Follow You

"Followership, like leadership, is a role not a destination."

Michael McKinney
Commentator

A role we all should know when and how to play no matter our position within an organization.

Nowhere is it written that leaders do not also need to be followers.

In fact, knowing when to follow may well be the most important requirement of an effective leader.

Who'll Be Wherever You Go?

"Followers are more important to leaders than leaders are to followers."

Barbara Kellerman
Lecturer, Public Leadership, Harvard University

Particularly in business, even in tough economic times such as now.

While all bosses have employees, not all have followers.

Do you?