Decision Quote by Cyrus Pallonji Mistry
“If wrong decisions, both from a governance perspective and ethics, happen, this is a slippery slope that we will go down. Unless and until you recognise this, you will not take the right decisions.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Interview on corporate governance, 2020
Making poor choices in governance and ethics creates a cascade of bad outcomes; recognizing the problem early is essential to correct decision‑making.
In simple terms: Bad governance leads to a slippery slope; awareness stops it.
Key Takeaway
Identify and address ethical lapses early.
Themes
ethics
governance
decision‑making
accountability
Mood
concerned
reflective
Type
advisory
cautionary
When to use this quote
- board meetings
- policy reviews
- crisis response
- strategic planning
Key Concepts
slippery slope
risk management
leadership
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you detect early signs of ethical drift?
- What structures can prevent a slippery slope?
A Different Perspective
If leaders ignore early warnings, the slope becomes steeper and harder to reverse.
