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NEW YORK (FORTUNE) -
Demand criticism. Let subordinates have the floor. And think more like Vaclav Havel. Ten top bosses share their stories, their advice and what they've learned from great leaders of the past.
"I had to make sure we got rid of the saboteurs" -- A.G. Lafley, Procter & Gamble CEO since 2000
"Leading is like parenting: It's one long process of pulling back" -- Carley Roney, The Knot, Co-founder and editor-in-chief since 1996
"I listen, but shortly after, the second piece is to pull the trigger." -- Terry Lundgren, Federated CEO since 2003
"As a leader, you are putting your ass on the line. You should be scared." -- Kevin Sharer, Amgen CEO since 2000
"Taking yourself too seriously is the worst thing you can do." -- Carol Bartz, Autodesk CEO since 1992
"Look for integrity. I think this is a bedrock requirement." -- Stanley O'Neal, Merrill Lynch CEO since 2003
To see the full interview with each executive, and more lessons in leadership, click here.
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For more secrets from top leaders, from Buffett to Spitzer, see My Golden Rule.
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