Able Quote by Jeffrey Pfeffer
“Personal growth and professional development require mostly being treated like an adult, which is pretty much the opposite of what happens in most workplaces. People need to be able to make decisions. To do that effectively, they need information and training in how to use it.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Power: Why Some People Have It and Others Don't, Jeffrey Pfeffer, 2010
Adults need autonomy, information, and training to make effective decisions, which most workplaces deny.
In simple terms: Adults need autonomy and training to decide.
Key Takeaway
Give employees decision‑making power and proper training.
Themes
autonomy
decision‑making
workplace culture
professional growth
Mood
frustrated
hopeful
determined
Type
advice
motivational
practical
When to use this quote
- team meetings
- project planning
- career development
- performance reviews
Key Concepts
empowerment
learning
leadership
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you structure feedback to grant autonomy?
- What training is essential for effective decision‑making?
A Different Perspective
Organizations may lack resources to train everyone adequately.
