In their, The Word for Today on "Thoughts on good leadership" , Bob and Debby Gass considered Paul's epistle to the Corinthians and said:
"Paul says, ‘If a bugle call isn’t clear, how would you know to get ready for battle?’ So lead with optimism, enthusiasm, and positive energy, and weed out pessimism and negativity. Focus on solutions, not complaints.
"Philosopher Nicholas Murray Butler said, ‘Optimism is essential to achievement, and it is also the foundation of courage and true progress.’"