Fish Quote by Anthony Scaramucci
“As you know from the Italian expression, the fish stinks from the head down. What I can tell you two fish that don't stink, okay, and that's me and the President.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Interview, 2017, Donald Trump administration
Leaders set the tone; if they are corrupt, the whole organization suffers.
In simple terms: Bad leaders poison everything.
Key Takeaway
Hold leaders accountable.
Themes
leadership
integrity
corruption
Mood
cautious
critical
Type
advice
warning
When to use this quote
- political office
- corporate management
- nonprofit governance
Key Concepts
organizational culture
ethical standards
Questions to Reflect On
- Who are the leaders you trust?
- How can you identify early signs of toxic leadership?
A Different Perspective
Even good subordinates can be tainted by a bad leader.
