Quote: “If you get in my way, I’ll run smack dab over you” (Gladwell p.90)
It is a well-known fact that success comes to those who keep on moving forward against all odds. In this chapter, Wyatt Walker can be seen using unorthodox means to continue his struggle for the civil rights movement. During the civil rights movement, Walter emerged as a quite cunning leader who employed clever tactics to deliver the message of brutality towards African Americans to the world. He did not let anyone get in his way while struggling for civil rights, which urged others to join him in this process. He gave them a fighting chance because they had nothing to lose. Initially, everyone tried to stop Walker from using such means because he was challenging the traditional way of peaceful protests, but as time progressed, more and more people joined him in the struggle. He even used children and the government to portray the message of brutality and gain the sympathy of others. Walker became effective through unconventional tactics, which helped the civil rights movement to prosper.
Quote: “When people in authority want the rest of us to behave, it matters—first and Foremost—how they behave” (Gladwell p.107)
In Chapter 7, Gladwell’s main point is that people in power would act in the same way that they expect their juniors to behave. Leading with actions and performance is more critical than leading just by words. If someone’s actions are not in accordance with their words, then after some time, their words will begin to lose their value. That is why one should always be cautious with what they are saying and what they are doing. An example of the relationship between teachers can be taken in this regard. Students hold great value for their teacher, who gives them proper knowledge and information. Similarly, having a teacher who works hard and exercises his or her influence appropriately is even more valued by their students. Therefore, it is necessary to be cautious with what you are saying and what you are really doing.
Works Cited
Schembri, S. “David and Goliath: Underdogs, Misfits, and the Art of Battling Giant.” Journal of Product & Brand Management (2014).
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