Decision Quote by Howard Hughes
“Never make a decision. Let someone else make it and then if it turns out to be the wrong one, you can disclaim it, and if it is the right one you can abide by it.”
About This Quote
Source Quote: Anonymous, attributed to Howard Hughes, 1940s
Avoid responsibility by delegating decisions, then shift blame or credit based on outcomes.
In simple terms: Delegating can protect you from accountability.
Key Takeaway
Take ownership of choices.
Themes
responsibility
leadership
accountability
decision‑making
blame
Mood
critical
reflective
Type
philosophical
advice
When to use this quote
- business
- politics
- team projects
- personal life
Key Concepts
ethical leadership
risk management
personal agency
Questions to Reflect On
- When have you shifted blame?
- How can you own decisions more fully?
A Different Perspective
Such avoidance erodes trust and credibility.
