Leader Quote by David C McClelland
“The outstanding people realized that the job involved more than just writing a good strategic plan. It was also important that top management should understand the plan and be prepared to adopt it.”
About This Quote
Effective leadership requires both a solid plan and top‑management buy‑in.
In simple terms: Leaders need a good plan and management support.
Key Takeaway
Secure leadership commitment.
Themes
leadership
strategy
management
communication
implementation
Mood
determined
pragmatic
Type
leadership:1
strategy:1
people Realized:0
outstanding People:0
Plan Important:1
Important Management:1
Management Understand:1
When to use this quote
- executive meetings
- project kick‑offs
- policy rollouts
Key Concepts
strategic planning
organizational alignment
stakeholder engagement
Questions to Reflect On
- How can leaders ensure plan adoption?
- What barriers block management buy‑in?
A Different Perspective
Management may resist change despite understanding.
