Doing things Quote by Herb Kelleher
“We have a strategic plan. It's called 'doing things'.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Southwest Airlines Annual Meeting, 1991
Strategic planning is often vague, reduced to vague actions without clear goals.
In simple terms: Plans need specifics.
Key Takeaway
Define concrete actions.
Themes
leadership
strategy
clarity
Mood
critical
pragmatic
Type
business
motivational
When to use this quote
- corporate meetings
- project planning
- goal setting
Key Concepts
business management
organizational behavior
Questions to Reflect On
- What does “doing things” mean in your work?
- How can vague plans become actionable?
A Different Perspective
It may underestimate the need for detailed execution.
