Able Quote by Gail Kelly
“In this digital age, there is no place to hide behind public relations people. This digital age requires leaders to be visible and authentic and to be able to communicate the decisions they've made and why they've made them, to be able to acknowledge when they've made a mistake and to move forward, to engage in the debate.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Leadership Forum, Gail Kelly, 2018
Leaders must be transparent, admit mistakes, and engage openly in the digital era.
In simple terms: Leaders need honesty and openness online.
Key Takeaway
Practice transparent communication and accountability.
Themes
leadership
authenticity
transparency
digital era
accountability
Mood
inspirational
cautious
reflective
Type
business
motivational
When to use this quote
- corporate communications
- political leadership
- social media strategy
- team meetings
Key Concepts
organizational behavior
public relations
crisis management
Questions to Reflect On
- When should a leader with a mistake?
- How to balance openness with strategic discretion?
A Different Perspective
Full transparency may expose vulnerabilities.
