Accomplish Quote by Laurie Beth Jones
“If someone was to tally the number of human hours wasted in business by people trying to accomplish objectives without being given the authority to do so, we would all be appalled.”
About This Quote
Wasting time occurs when people lack authority to achieve goals.
In simple terms: Inefficiency stems from lack of authority.
Key Takeaway
Empower people to act on objectives.
Themes
authority
efficiency
organizational design
Mood
analytical
pragmatic
Type
advice
process
When to use this quote
- project management
- team dynamics
- business strategy
Key Concepts
leadership
empowerment
process optimization
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you grant appropriate authority?
- What checks prevent misuse of power?
A Different Perspective
Authority alone may not guarantee success.
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