Firsts Quote by Lance Secretan
“We live under the illusion that organizations are 'them' when, in reality, they are 'us.' If we wish to work in evolved organizations, we must each be the first to start the journey.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Power of Purpose, Lance Secretan, 2005
We tend to see organizations as separate entities, but they are composed of individuals; change begins when each person takes responsibility.
In simple terms: Organizations are made of people; change starts with individuals.
Key Takeaway
Take personal responsibility to drive change.
Themes
responsibility
leadership
organizational culture
Mood
reflective
motivational
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- team meetings
- strategic planning
- culture workshops
- personal development
Key Concepts
systems thinking
collective identity
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you model the change you want to see?
- What personal actions reflect organizational values?
A Different Perspective
Assuming organizations act independently can ignore systemic constraints.
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