Bad thing Quote by Kennon Briggs
““A chief of staff's job is to keep bad things from happening and then accept full responsibility when they do.””
About This Quote
A chief of staff must anticipate problems, prevent them, and take ownership when they occur.
In simple terms: Prevent problems, own outcomes.
Key Takeaway
Anticipate and accept responsibility.
Themes
leadership
accountability
risk management
Mood
serious
reflective
Type
advice
leadership
When to use this quote
- corporate management
- political office
- military command
Key Concepts
strategic foresight
crisis response
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you balance prevention with empowerment?
- When should responsibility be shared?
A Different Perspective
May lead to over‑cautiousness and blame culture.
