Done Quote by Margaret Bourke-White
“You are responsible for what you have done and the people whom you have influenced.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: Reflections on Influence, 1948
One must own actions and the impact they have on others.
In simple terms: Take responsibility for your influence.
Acknowledge and learn from your effect on people.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- business leadership
- teaching
- public service
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you assess your impact on others?
- What steps can you take to correct negative influence?
Influence can be unintended and hard to measure.