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“Ask what's possible, not what's wrong. Keep asking.” quote by Margaret J. Wheatley
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“Ask what's possible, not what's wrong. Keep asking.”

Margaret J. Wheatley

About This Quote

Source Book: Leadership and the New Science, 1992

She encourages focusing on possibilities rather than problems, advocating persistent curiosity and a constructive mindset.

In simple terms: Ask about possibilities, not problems.

Key Takeaway

Shift focus to solutions.

Themes

possibility mindset curiosity

Mood

inspirational thoughtful

Type

leadership motivational

When to use this quote

  • leadership
  • innovation
  • problem solving
  • team building

Key Concepts

systems thinking optimism

Questions to Reflect On

  • What possibilities are you missing?
  • How do you balance optimism with realism?
A Different Perspective

Optimism may overlook real risks.

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