Add Quote by George Washington
“The necessity of procuring good Intelligence is apparent & need not be further urged-All that remains for me to add, is, that you keep the whole matter as secret as possible. For upon Secrecy, Success depends in most Enterprizes of the kind, and for want of it, they are generally defeated, however well planned & promising a favourable issue.”
About This Quote
Source Letter: Private correspondence, 1793
Keeping intelligence secret is crucial; success in major ventures hinges on secrecy, and lack of it leads to defeat despite good planning.
In simple terms: Secrecy is key to success.
Key Takeaway
Protect information closely.
Themes
secrecy
intelligence
strategy
risk management
Mood
cautious
strategic
Type
advice
practical
When to use this quote
- business negotiations
- political campaigns
- military operations
Key Concepts
Information theory
military strategy
organizational behavior
Questions to Reflect On
- What balance between secrecy and openness is optimal?
- How to ensure secrecy without eroding trust?
A Different Perspective
Secrecy can hinder collaboration and transparency.
