Learn Quote by Katharine Graham
“It took me a while to learn that certain people may have important skills that are not always blazingly apparent. Gradually I came to realize - slow as I may have been - that what mattered was performance, that sometimes people might have to be helped to develop, and that it takes all kinds to make an organization run properly.”
About This Quote
Recognizes hidden talent and the importance of nurturing performance over appearances.
In simple terms: People may have unseen skills that need support.
Invest in developing hidden abilities.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- HR practices
- team building
- mentorship
- career advancement
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can leaders identify unseen talents?
- What support structures help develop them?
Performance alone may not reveal potential.