Business Quote by Cyril Ramaphosa
“It is not the function of the leader of government business to discipline members of the executive.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Remarks on governmental processes, 2020
A government leader’s role is to guide policy, not enforce discipline among executives; discipline belongs to other mechanisms.
In simple terms: Leaders set direction, not enforce discipline.
Key Takeaway
Focus on policy guidance, not micromanagement.
Themes
governance
leadership
policy
discipline
Mood
formal
reflective
Type
explanatory
political
When to use this quote
- parliamentary sessions
- executive meetings
- policy formulation
Key Concepts
political theory
organizational behavior
Questions to Reflect On
- What mechanisms ensure executive accountability?
- How can leaders balance guidance with oversight?
A Different Perspective
May ignore need for accountability structures.
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