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“Forcing companies to recruit away from the golf course might lead to the appointment of more women from NGOs and academia and medicine, all of whom are likely to understand such concepts as stewardship and sustainability much better than men picked from the usual hunting grounds.” quote by Noreena Hertz
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“Forcing companies to recruit away from the golf course might lead to the appointment of more women from NGOs and academia and medicine, all of whom are likely to understand such concepts as stewardship and sustainability much better than men picked from the usual hunting grounds.”

Noreena Hertz

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This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

Traditional recruitment favors homogeneous networks, limiting diversity and sustainability insight

In simple terms: Hiring from varied fields brings better stewardship and sustainability understanding

Key Takeaway

Broaden recruitment beyond elite social circles

Themes

diversity leadership stewardship sustainability gender equity

Mood

thoughtful critical

Type

analytical strategic

When to use this quote

  • Corporate board selection
  • NGO leadership hiring
  • academic recruitment
  • medical executive appointments

Key Concepts

Network theory social capital organizational behavior

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can firms ensure diversity without compromising competence?
  • What metrics evaluate stewardship understanding?
A Different Perspective

May overlook meritocratic concerns or create tokenism

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