--- title: "Meaning & Key Takeaway of: I shout at people... I am told that I'm a…" description: "\"I shout at people... I am told that I'm a tyrant, but I still get things done, so that is fine.\" — David Tang" image: "https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/b43/david-tang-23720_done_i-shout-at-people-i-am-told-that-i-m-a-t_2648721.jpg" --- # I shout at people... I am told that I'm a tyrant, but I… ![“I shout at people... I am told that I'm a tyrant, but I still get things done, so that is fine.” quote by David Tang](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/b43/david-tang-23720_done_i-shout-at-people-i-am-told-that-i-m-a-t_2648721.jpg) [Download](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/b43/david-tang-23720_done_i-shout-at-people-i-am-told-that-i-m-a-t_2648721.jpg) [Open image](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/b43/david-tang-23720_done_i-shout-at-people-i-am-told-that-i-m-a-t_2648721.jpg) > “I shout at people... I am told that I'm a tyrant, but I still get things done, so that is fine.” [David Tang](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/author/david-tang/) ## About This Quote This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation. The speaker embraces authoritarian style, valuing results over empathy, and accepts the label of tyrant as a trade‑off for effectiveness. **In simple terms:** He prefers getting things done even if seen as harsh. Key Takeaway Accept that leadership styles differ; balance results with respect. Themes leadership efficiency ethics Mood reflective critical Type leadership ethical When to use this quote - project management - team leadership - crisis response Key Concepts authoritarianism result‑orientation Questions to Reflect On - How can you achieve results without harshness? - What are the long‑term costs of a tyrannical approach? 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