Administration Quote by Donald Rumsfeld
“Visit with your predecessors from previous Administrations. They know the ropes and can help you see around some corners. Try to make original mistakes, rather than needlessly repeating theirs.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Press Conference, 2002
Seek advice from experienced leaders, but also make your own mistakes to learn uniquely.
In simple terms: Learn from elders, yet create original errors.
Key Takeaway
Combine guidance with personal trial.
Themes
leadership
learning
experience
innovation
Mood
pragmatic
cautious
Type
advisory
motivational
When to use this quote
- politics
- business
- career development
- team management
Key Concepts
mentorship
risk‑taking
Questions to Reflect On
- When should you follow advice?
- How do you mitigate risk?
A Different Perspective
Original mistakes can be costly.
