Four Quote by John Kenneth Galbraith
“Anyone who says he won't resign four times, will.”
About This Quote
Source Book: "The Affluent Society" by John Kenneth Galbraith, 1958
Repeated refusals to resign indicate a pattern of avoidance; eventually, the inevitable occurs.
In simple terms: Avoidance leads to inevitable resignation.
Address issues before they force resignation.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- political careers
- corporate leadership
- public office
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- Why might someone resist resigning?
- What alternatives exist to resignation?
Resignation may be a strategic choice, not just inevitability.