Expediency Quote by Dorothy L. Sayers
““Experience has taught me," said Peter (...) "that no situation finds Bunter unprepared. That he should have procured The Times this morning by the simple expedient of asking the milkman to request the postmistress to telephone to Broxford and have it handed to the 'bus-conductor to be dropped at the post-office and brought up by the little girl who delivers the telegrams is a trifling example of his resourceful energy.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Nine Tailors, 1934
Resourcefulness can turn ordinary actions into clever solutions for unexpected problems.
In simple terms: Being resourceful solves problems creatively.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate resourceful thinking.
Themes
resourcefulness
creativity
problem solving
adaptability
Mood
lighthearted
reflective
Type
literary
humorous
When to use this quote
- travel delays
- office crises
- daily errands
Key Concepts
Ingenuity
pragmatism
quick thinking
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you prepare for unexpected needs?
- When did a small act save the day?
A Different Perspective
Resourcefulness may fail without foresight.
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