I don't think you lead by pessimism and cynicism. I think you lead by optimism and enthusiasm and energy.
Sentiment: POSITIVE
I understand the concept of optimism. But I think with me what you get is a lack of cynicism.
Pessimism leads to weakness, optimism to power.
My pessimism goes to the point of suspecting the sincerity of the pessimists.
We all agree that pessimism is a mark of superior intellect.
Optimism with some experience behind it is much more energizing than plain old experience with a certain degree of cynicism.
I vehemently deny that I was born a cynic and a pessimist.
It is the hopeful, buoyant, cheerful attitude of mind that wins. Optimism is a success builder; pessimism an achievement killer.
Pessimism, when you get used to it, is just as agreeable as optimism.
My pessimism extends to the point of even suspecting the sincerity of other pessimists.
One has to have the courage of one's pessimism.