Doing Quote by John Mackey
““I realized that with everything I did from that point onward, I would have to ask myself this question: "How would I feel if what I'm doing right now is written up on the front page of the Wall Street Journal or the New York Times or if it is on television? Would I still do it?" That is a very useful exercise for leaders to engage in, because we shouldn't do anything we might be embarrassed by or ashamed of.””
About This Quote
Leaders should test actions against public scrutiny; if embarrassed, reconsider the choice.
In simple terms: Public‑scrutiny test for decisions
Key Takeaway
Ask if you’d be proud publicly
Themes
leadership
ethics
accountability
integrity
Mood
serious
reflective
Type
advice
reflection
When to use this quote
- making a corporate decision
- publishing a controversial article
- launching a product
Key Concepts
business
philosophy
Practical Applications
- executive coaching
- ethical audits
Questions to Reflect On
- Would you stand by this decision under a microscope?
- What values guide your public‑facing choices?
![“In those days [1935] I would read what the opposition papers got out, and I'd say to myself, 'What I'm doing just isn't good enough.'” quote by Sylvia Porter](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/101/sylvia-porter-35416_enough_in-those-days-1935-i-would-read-what-the_954788.jpg)
