Data Quote by Henry Mintzberg
““Does this sharing raise the risk that confidential information will fall into the wrong hands? Sure, sometimes (although refusing to share information is often a smokescreen for political games). But contrast this with the benefits of having better-informed people all around.””
About This Quote
Source Speech: Interview on Knowledge Management, 2015
Sharing information can expose data to misuse, yet it also creates a more informed community that can make better decisions.
In simple terms: Sharing risks privacy but improves collective insight.
Key Takeaway
Balance openness with safeguards.
Themes
knowledge
trust
decisionmaking
risk
collaboration
Mood
cautious
optimistic
Type
advisory
reflective
When to use this quote
- team meetings
- public policy drafting
- research collaborations
- crisis response
Key Concepts
information flow
political dynamics
organizational learning
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you protect sensitive data while encouraging openness?
- What mechanisms ensure shared knowledge is used responsibly?
A Different Perspective
Over‑sharing can lead to security breaches or strategic disadvantages.
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