People have accused me of only working with good…
“People have accused me of only working with good companies. No I don't. I work with some very dysfunctional companies or unbelievably dysfunctional organizations. The people that bring me in know what they're doing won't work for the future. They know they want to change and they want to change for the right reasons. They believe what I believe and that's why they called me.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Leaders often engage with struggling firms because they see a need for change and share the same purpose.
In simple terms: Leaders help failing companies when they share a vision.
Key Takeaway
Seek partners who need transformation.
Themes
leadership
change
purpose
Mood
determined
optimistic
Type
advisory
inspirational
When to use this quote
- consulting
- turnaround projects
- strategic planning
Key Concepts
organizational health
vision alignment
Questions to Reflect On
- What motivates you to work with difficult clients?
- How do you assess a company's readiness for change?
A Different Perspective
Success depends on the willingness of the organization to change.