Accountable Quote by Jahangir Khan
“You hire a chief executive, pay him, and hold him accountable after a year or two. The time for so-called honorary jobs is over. What Pakistan squash needs is results, and that can only be achieved by professionals.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Interview on Pakistan squash reforms, 2020
Professional leadership yields measurable outcomes, while honorary positions hinder progress
In simple terms: Professionals deliver results, not titles
Key Takeaway
Prioritize hiring skilled executives
Themes
leadership
accountability
professionalism
Mood
critical
determined
Type
advisory
strategic
When to use this quote
- sports administration
- corporate governance
- team building
Key Concepts
Management theory
performance metrics
Questions to Reflect On
- How can accountability be ensured?
- What defines a professional in sports?
A Different Perspective
Results may be delayed by bureaucratic resistance
