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“Three Rules for When You Are Under Fire: 1) Always have a plan for what to do if something bad happens.” quote by David Ignatius
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““Three Rules for When You Are Under Fire: 1) Always have a plan for what to do if something bad happens.””

David Ignatius

About This Quote

Source Book: The Art of War for the Modern Age, 2010

Having a contingency plan prepares you for unexpected crises, reducing panic and enabling decisive action.

In simple terms: Plan for emergencies to stay calm and act.

Key Takeaway

Always prepare a backup strategy.

Themes

preparedness crisis management strategy resilience decision making

Mood

pragmatic serious focused

Type

practical motivational

When to use this quote

  • business emergencies
  • natural disasters
  • personal safety
  • military operations

Key Concepts

risk assessment contingency planning stress reduction

Questions to Reflect On

  • What is your most critical contingency plan?
  • How often do you review your emergency strategies?
A Different Perspective

Plans can be unrealistic if not adaptable.

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