All time Quote by George Washington
“It is much easier at all times to prevent an evil than to rectify mistakes.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Letter to Alexander Hamilton, 1798
Preventing wrongdoing is far easier than fixing its consequences.
In simple terms: Prevention is easier than correction.
Key Takeaway
Focus on preventing problems.
Themes
ethics
prevention
responsibility
Mood
thoughtful
serious
Type
advice
philosophical
When to use this quote
- policy making
- personal decisions
- organizational governance
- public safety
Key Concepts
risk management
morality
Questions to Reflect On
- What systems can you improve to prevent errors?
- How do you balance prevention with innovation?
A Different Perspective
Prevention may be costly or impractical.
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