Appointment Quote by Louis XIV
“Every time I create an appointment, I create a hundred malcontents and one ingrate.”
About This Quote
Source Letter to a court official, 1685
Creating an appointment generates many dissatisfied people and a single ungrateful person.
In simple terms: Plans often cause resentment and a feeling of being unappreciated.
Key Takeaway
Anticipate and manage expectations.
Themes
planning
social dynamics
expectations
authority
Mood
reflective
concerned
Type
advisory
philosophical
When to use this quote
- organizing events
- issuing decrees
- delegating tasks
- managing staff
Key Concepts
power relations
interpersonal conflict
social responsibility
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you mitigate resentment when assigning tasks?
- What communication can reduce feelings of ingratitude?
A Different Perspective
Not all reactions can be controlled; some discontent is inevitable.
