Failure Quote by George W. Bush
“Where mistakes have been made, the responsibility rests with me”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Presidential Address, 2005
When errors occur, the leader must accept accountability and act to correct them.
In simple terms: Leaders own mistakes.
Key Takeaway
Take responsibility promptly.
Themes
leadership
accountability
error management
Mood
serious
determined
Type
motivational
pragmatic
When to use this quote
- corporate crisis
- political scandal
- team project failures
- personal mistakes
Key Concepts
responsibility
integrity
remediation
Questions to Reflect On
- What steps follow taking responsibility?
- How does accountability affect team morale?
A Different Perspective
Blame may be shared among many.
