I would rather train someone and lose them, than not train…
“I would rather train someone and lose them, than not train them and keep them”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Training others, even if they leave, is better than not training anyone at all.
In simple terms: Teach people even if they may leave.
Invest in teaching; growth outweighs loss.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- corporate onboarding
- coaching
- skill development
- community volunteering
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How to retain trained talent?
- What motivates people to stay after training?
Training may be wasted if not applied.