I know a few expressions. I know what Hilary Clinton…
“I know a few expressions. I know what Hilary Clinton basically says in Russian when you translate her into Russian over and over and over is, 'izvinite pozhaluista.' That's, 'excuse me please, excuse me please.' Let's reset things. That's not the way you deal with folks. You show strength if you made a mistake.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Repeated apologies can erode authority; true leadership acknowledges errors and moves forward.
In simple terms: Apologizing too much weakens respect; own mistakes confidently.
Key Takeaway
Own mistakes, then act decisively.
Themes
leadership
communication
accountability
Mood
reflective
assertive
Type
advice
leadership
When to use this quote
- team meetings
- public speaking
- conflict resolution
- customer service
Key Concepts
authority
humility
confidence
Questions to Reflect On
- When have you over‑apologized?
- How can you balance humility with authority?
A Different Perspective
Over‑apologizing may be culturally appropriate in some contexts.