Late Quote by Gary Hamel
“Whatever you shoot is dead for a while before it starts to stink. The same goes for strategies. How many organizations carry this dead thing around with them, unaware of its irrelevancy until it is too late?”
About This Quote
Ideas and strategies become obsolete over time; organizations must discard outdated practices before they cause harm.
In simple terms: Ideas rot if unused.
Key Takeaway
Regularly review and retire old strategies.
Themes
innovation
obsolescence
organizational learning
Mood
critical
pragmatic
Type
business
inspirational
When to use this quote
- product development
- business planning
- team retrospectives
Key Concepts
strategy
change management
Questions to Reflect On
- What criteria determine when a strategy is dead?
- How can you foster a culture that embraces change?
A Different Perspective
Changing long‑standing methods can meet resistance.
