Able Quote by B. H. Liddell Hart
“To ensure attaining an objective, one should have alternate objectives. An attack that converges on one point should threaten, and be able to diverge against another. Only by this flexibility of aim can strategy be attuned to the uncertainty of war.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Strategy: The Logic of War, 1967
Effective strategy requires flexible goals and the ability to shift focus under uncertainty.
In simple terms: Flexibility in aims improves strategy.
Key Takeaway
Plan adaptable objectives.
Themes
strategy
flexibility
uncertainty
Mood
analytical
pragmatic
Type
strategic
educational
When to use this quote
- business competition
- military campaigns
- project management
Key Concepts
military theory
contingency planning
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you balance flexibility with clear direction?
- When should you commit to a single objective?
A Different Perspective
Flexibility may dilute focus; over‑planning can stall action.
