Acting Quote by Jeffrey Pfeffer
“I don't think eliminating the knowing-doing gap depends on the amount of knowledge around. It depends much more on people's attitudes and intentions - do they actually want to turn knowledge into action, or just go through the motions of acting as if they are busy or are accomplishing something.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Power: Why Some People Have It and Others Don't, Jeffrey Pfeffer, 2010
Bridging knowledge and action requires the right mindset, not just information.
In simple terms: Attitude drives action more than knowledge.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate intention, not just learning.
Themes
motivation
action
mindset
leadership
Mood
reflective
critical
Type
advice
insight
When to use this quote
- team meetings
- personal development
- policy implementation
- education reform
Key Concepts
psychology
behavioral economics
Questions to Reflect On
- Do you truly want to apply what you know?
- What attitudes block your action?
A Different Perspective
Knowledge alone won’t change behavior without commitment.
