They also apply quite aptly to the Pretender Alpha Dog. In addition, with any solution proposed, one is bound to step on the toes of a few people who were responsible for the problem to begin with. And even if the solution were absolutely perfect and all encompassing, no one gets too inspired by the person who is seen as the nuts and bolts guy, the parliamentarian, the man who can make the trains run on time but has no idea where they should be going. Focus on getting beyond the current problem and eliminating the stigma for those at fault, bringing them into the circle of those who will correct the problem and restore good order. We can work through the details, we just need someone to show us the way.
Leaders inspire and point the direction.
You don't have to be a mechanic or a carpenter. You can be an architect and a leader. And let the Alpha Dog take what's left.