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“Anyone who says he won't resign four times, will.” quote by John Kenneth Galbraith
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“Anyone who says he won't resign four times, will.”

John Kenneth Galbraith

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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.

Key Takeaway

Address issues before they force resignation.

Themes

politics leadership accountability behavior

Mood

analytical thoughtful

Type

political philosophical

When to use this quote

  • political careers
  • corporate leadership
  • public office

Key Concepts

organizational dynamics psychology of avoidance

Questions to Reflect On

  • Why might someone resist resigning?
  • What alternatives exist to resignation?
A Different Perspective

Resignation may be a strategic choice, not just inevitability.

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