Ability Quote by J. Irwin Miller
“In the search for character and commitment, we must rid ourselves of our inherited, even cherished biases and prejudices. Character, ability and intelligence are not concentrated in one sex over the other, nor in persons with certain accents or in certain races or in persons holding degrees from some universities over others. When we indulge ourselves in such irrational prejudices, we damage ourselves most of all and ultimately assure ourselves of failure in competition with those more open and less biased.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Public address by J. Irwin Miller, date unknown
Biases based on gender, accent, race, or education limit potential and hinder competition.
In simple terms: Prejudices block talent and success.
Key Takeaway
Eliminate bias to thrive.
Themes
equality
inclusion
competition
Mood
reflective
serious
Type
motivational
inspirational
When to use this quote
- hiring
- team building
- education policy
- leadership development
Key Concepts
social psychology
implicit bias
meritocracy
Questions to Reflect On
- How do personal biases affect decisions?
- What steps can reduce bias in institutions?
A Different Perspective
Bias reduction is hard and may face resistance.
